Puffed Pastry Pear Galettes

I love desserts that are easy to make yet so elegant.  This one is perfect if you want to impress your guests. So simple to make and so delicious!

Puffed Pastry Pear Galettes

1 sheet of frozen puff pastry  
1 large can of whole pears in natural juices, drained
2 tablespoons of melted butter
1 teaspoons ground cinnamon

sprinkling of powdered sugar
3 tablespoons honey

slivered almonds

Thaw the sheet of puff pastry on a piece of parchment paper on your counter. Preheat your oven at 350 degrees. Line a baking tray with the parchment paper.  Warm honey in small sauce pan. 

Next, cut the puff pastry sheet into 3 sections from top to bottom. Brush each piece with melted butter. 

Arrange 2 whole pears on top of each sheet of pastry. Roll sides of pastry to meet pears.  Drizzle melted honey on top and all around Brush and sprinkle lightly with cinnamon. 

Place the baking tray in the oven, middle rack. Bake for 8-10 minutes. To serve, slice the pears and sprinkle sifted confectioners sugar and almonds on top. Serve with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream. Enjoy!

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