Will Coleman’s Whiskey Pear and Apple Tart

By Will Coleman

Cozy fall flavors combine in this delightful yet simple tart.

This recipe from Sweet July resident Will Coleman calls for seasonal fruit (swap in what you can find!) and a store-bought phyllo dough for an easy and delicious sweet treat. Pair it with your favorite ice cream for a satisfying dessert or serve it as a standalone breakfast. Get the recipe below!

Watch Will make the dish here! →

Ingredients

- 2 cups sliced apples (about 1 large apple)
- 2 cups sliced pears (about 1-2 large pears)
- 1 oz whiskey
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
- ½ cup light brown sugar, divided
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1- 1lb package phyllo dough, defrosted
- ¼ cup melted butter

Instructions

step 1

Preheat oven to 350 F.

step 2

In a large bowl, combine sliced apples and pears, whiskey, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ¼ cup brown sugar, and lemon juice. Toss together until the fruit is evenly coated.

step 3

Place the defrosted phyllo dough on a large baking sheet. Evenly brush the phyllo dough with melted butter.

step 4

Arrange the seasoned fruit onto the dough into an even layer.

step 5

Pour the remaining liquid from the fruit onto the tart and evenly top with the remaining brown sugar.

step 6

Place into the oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the tart is crispy around the edges and the sliced fruit is tender.

step 7

Once finished baking, remove from the oven and allow to rest for 15 to 20 before slicing.

Will Coleman’s Whiskey Pear and Apple Tart

Cozy fall flavors combine in this delightful yet simple tart.

Ingredients