This Fresh Peach Tart is an easy dessert to make with flaky puff pastry, creamy filling and topped with fresh peaches. An elegant treat that is sure to impress!
Are you ready for a new dessert recipe? I seem to be on a dessert kick lately but with all the fresh fruit we've been having this summer, I just can't resist! This Fresh Peach Tart is the latest creation for the tastebuds. Get ready to enjoy these juicy beauties in an individual dessert.... pretty peachy keen, huh?
Puff pastry is an easy way to make desserts that taste good and look great. I have made a Peach and Blueberry Tart that is a crowd pleaser along with a mini Banana Split dessert.
Ingredients
- puff pastry
- egg
- granulated sugar
- fresh peaches
- cream cheese
- powdered sugar
- vanilla extract
- honey
- thyme (optional)
- apple jelly
I wanted to experiment with some different flavors and add a touch of fresh thyme. I loved the flavor but it definitely can be optional. If you do use it, be sure to chop the leaves only and mince fine. A big-o-chunk of thyme could be overwhelming!
Variations
The puff and cream cheese filling is pretty basic so feel free to use as a base for other fruits you might want to try. I think strawberries, blueberries, raspberries or blackberries would be a good pick too!
Tip
I always take the leftover puffed pastry and make a few cut-outs with a small cookie cutter. I brush a bit of the egg mixture and sprinkled with sugar. They bake up in about 12 minutes. I like how they add just a little something special.
I often place the sheets in the freezer the night ahead of when I want to use them. I have tried the counter method where it takes about 45 minutes. The key is to make sure the dough is still cold when using.
This tart is best eaten the day made. You could make the cream mixture the day ahead and bake the pastry the next. I would also suggest that the peaches be cut on the day you make recipe.
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Fresh Peach Tart (Puff Pastry)
A delicious tart made with fresh peaches - perfect for summer!
Ingredients
- 1 puff pastry sheet, thawed
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 fresh peaches
- 8 oz. cream cheese, softened
- ⅔ cup powdered sugar
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon fresh thyme, minced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons apple jelly, warm
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°
- On a floured surface cute (four) 4" squares out of the puff pastry
- Place each square on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper
- Lightly score about ½" around each with a sharp knife being careful not to cut through the dough (square shape)
- Beat an egg and brush the scored edge with egg mixture (will not need all mixture)
- Sprinkle sugar on egg mixture and bake for about 20 minutes until golden brown
- Remove from oven and re-score the edge and lightly push down the center of each square and cool completely on a wire rack
- In a medium bowl combine the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, honey and thyme and beat until creamy
- Slice a peach into 12 wedges (or 8 wedges - then will need 2 peaches)
- Place about 2-3 tablespoons cream cheese mixture on each square
- Top with 3 peach slices
- Brush warmed jelly over the peaches
- Cover and refrigerate until served or serve immediately
- You will probably have some cream cheese mixture leftover.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 419Total Fat: 24gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 104mgSodium: 218mgCarbohydrates: 48gFiber: 2gSugar: 40gProtein: 6g
Nutritional information provided is computer-generated and only an estimate. You may want to do your own research with the ingredients listed if you have concerns about health or specific diets.
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Robyn says
So pretty, Deb! I'm not a baker but I could make these, lol. Love the easy recipe and they are perfect for backyard entertaining. We go through a lot of peaches too right now - so scrumptious!
Carole says
Hi Deb, this looks fab! It would be lovely if you brought it on over to Food on Friday over at Carole's chatter. Cheers
Tonia Larson says
Peach season is the best time of the year and these look amazing!
Priya Shiva says
wow! Peach tart looks amazing! will try out soon..
Marcie FlavortheMoments says
I love my peaches too, but only when they're just right. You have lucked out -- finding great peaches can be tough! These tarts are beautiful, Deb, and such a great summer dessert!
Joan Defino says
Deb, These look delicious and a nice dessert to use up that bushel of peaches! Pinned. Joan-MyCookieClinic
Back for Seconds says
My kids and I are huge peach lovers. This loos so pretty and really delicious!
Gwen says
These are the most gorgeous tarts I've ever seen! Almost too pretty too eat! I have a big basket of peaches that would love to turn into these! 😉 Saving and sharing!!
Elysia Cartlidge says
How pretty are these?! They look so delicious! Such a gorgeous dessert!
Beth Baumgartner says
Stunning photos Deb! I had a peach today and it definitely wasn't ripe.. I'll have to wait a couple of days!
Stephanie Kirkos says
Wow, so lovely! Gorgeous color and styling love the sprigs of thyme!
Justine Sulia says
These tarts are seriously stunning! Loving the peaches!
Kelley Grant says
Deb these look absolutely gorgeous! And such beautiful pictures! I'm sold!
Michelle Verkade says
These look gorgeous! I love peaches in my desserts!
Joanie Zisk says
Puff pastry sheets are probably the best invention ever. I love your idea to use the remaining puff pastry sheet to cut out designs, I can't wait to try that. These peach tarts look absolutely delicious, peaches have been so sweet lately and this would be the perfect way to enjoy them.
Dan from Platter Talk says
What an original and beautiful use of peaches and puff pastry! Very nicely done, will be sharing!
Agata Pokutycka says
yummm
I didn't have my dinner yet and I am drooling now just like my Newfie
Christine Siracusa says
These are sooo lovely! Love the thyme!!
Jamie Sherman says
What a pretty dessert, Deb!
Iryna Bychkiv says
These tarts look so yummy!
The Party Girl says
These are almost too pretty to eat. Almost 😉
Melinda Mitchell says
Scrumptious! Nothing better than a fresh, juicy peach!
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Valerie Lewis says
Wow this looks so pretty!
Angeline Peterman says
These look beautiful!!!
Ashley Cleveland says
OMG, It didn't even matter what the name of this was! I NEED it! My goodness these look absolutely amazing, can't get over it! Thank you for sharing your recipe! 😀
Cathy McInnes says
Oh yum, does this look delicious!! Saying hello from the creativity unleashed party! What a great recipe and pictures!
Cathy@threekidsandafish{dot}com
Michelle Nahom says
What a gorgeous dessert! And they look easy enough that even I could make them! Sending some foodie love your way from #FoodieFriDIY!
Desiree @ The 36th AVENUE says
You are my favorite this week... Featuring your delicious recipe on my blog. Thank you so much for partying with us!
xo
Desiree
Mandee Thomas says
Wow, could you make those look more amazing!? I wanted to let you know that I'm featuring this post tonight at the Create & Share Link Party (7:00 PM MST)! Congratulations!!! Can't wait to see what you share with us this week. 🙂
Cathy Trochelman says
These tarts are absolutely STUNNING, Deb!
LARR- Feathering My Empty Nest says
These look gorgeous. I especially like the little flower cut-outs you added. I also appreciate the tip about Trader Joes. I love peaches but have been disappointed in some of the ones I have gotten in my grocery store.
Bev Carter says
Wow, this looks so yummy. I just went through 2 boxes of fresh Georgia peaches. Froze most of them, but they would have been good with this recipe.
Hugs,
Bev
Carol @Comfort Spring Station says
The peach tarts look so yummy!
Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai says
Hey, Deb! Just wanted to let you know that we loved your Peach Tart With Cream Cheese And Thyme so much when you shared it at the #HomeMattersParty last week, we’ve FEATURED it THIS WEEK! Hope you can check it out when you get a sec. Happy Friday!!!
http://lifewithlorelai.com/2017/07/13/home-matters-linky-party-144/
~Lorelai
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