Pineapple Tarts with Ginger-Miso Filling Recipe
Delight in these exquisite Pineapple Tarts featuring a unique ginger-miso filling nestled inside flaky, buttery puff pastry. The combination of sweet pineapple, tangy miso-cream cheese blend, and caramelized sugar topping delivers a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors, offering an irresistible bite-sized treat ideal for tea time or festive occasions.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Total Time: 49 minutes
- Yield: 9 tarts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients
Scale
Puff Pastry
- 1/2 batch Fast and Easy Puff Pastry
Filling
- 6 ounces (170g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup (50g) sweet white miso
- 1/4 cup (43g) mini diced crystallized ginger, chopped
- 1/3 cup (71g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon (14g) pineapple or orange juice
Topping
- 20-ounce can pineapple rings in juice, drained
- 3 tablespoons (35g) granulated sugar
Instructions
- Prepare Pastry: Roll the puff pastry dough into a 12″ x 12″ square. Cover it tightly and refrigerate to keep it firm while you prepare the filling.
- Make the Filling: In a bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese and sweet white miso until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Stir in the chopped crystallized ginger, light brown sugar, and pineapple (or orange) juice until fully incorporated.
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the tarts.
- Shape Pastry Squares: On a lightly floured surface, cut the chilled pastry into nine equal 4″ squares. Create a border by folding up 1/4″ of each edge and pinch the corners to hold the shape. Arrange the shaped squares on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced evenly.
- Fill and Top: Spoon a generous tablespoon of the ginger-miso filling onto the center of each pastry square. Place one pineapple ring slice over the filling on each tart.
- Bake Tarts: Bake in the preheated oven for 22 to 24 minutes until the pastry edges turn a deep golden brown and puff up beautifully. Remove the tarts from the oven carefully.
- Caramelize Sugar Topping: Sprinkle granulated sugar evenly over each tart. Use a culinary torch to caramelize the sugar until golden and crisp, or alternatively, place the baking sheet under the broiler briefly just until the sugar melts and caramelizes. Serve the tarts slightly warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For best results, chill the pastry dough before cutting to maintain shape during baking.
- If you do not have crystallized ginger, use finely chopped candied ginger as a substitute.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of brown sugar in the filling according to taste.
- Use fresh pineapple slices if canned pineapple is unavailable, making sure to remove excess moisture to avoid sogginess.
- The caramelized sugar topping adds a delightful crunch and contrast, but can be omitted if preferred for a softer finish.
- Ensure the oven is fully preheated to achieve a crispy, flaky pastry texture.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
Keywords: pineapple tarts, ginger miso filling, puff pastry dessert, caramelized sugar topping, fusion pastry, sweet and savory tarts, holiday cookies
