Upside down puff pastry tarts are the latest viral trend taking over social media. These tarts are simple to make and can be customized to your liking, making them a great option for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dessert.

We'll show you how to make upside down puff pastries with this clever hack. All you need is a sheet of puff pastry and whatever sweet or savory fillings you want to try. They're so easy to make, taste delicious, and look so impressive. And bonus: We have come up with 8 unique upside down puff pastry recipes, so let's give them a try!

Video: How to Make Upside Down Puff Pastries

Here's a video showing how easy it is to make upside down puff pastries, along with our delicious new puff pastry recipes.

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How do you make an upside down puff pastry tart?

It's so simple you can hardly believe this TikTok trend actually works. Start by thawing out a sheet of frozen puff pastry, then cut it into 6 squares.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F and line your baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper.

Add your filling ingredients to the baking sheet, keeping in mind that they will be upside down after cooking, so layer the small and large ingredients accordingly so they will look their best when flipped over.

Cover the ingredients with one of the puff pastry pieces and press down the edges to seal.

Beat an egg and then brush it over the pastry so that it gets a golden crust when baking.

Bake for about 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

Remove and flip over to reveal your gorgeous upside down pastry tart! Serve right away for the tasitest, flakiest, crunchiest, results.

Upside down puff pastry recipes

As soon as we heard of this trend, we jumped straight into our kitchens to experiment with unique flavor combinations. We came up with 8 unique upside down puff pastry tart recipes that we absolutely love, and can't wait to share them with you.

Here are 8 upside down puff pastry tart recipes:

• Onion, Brie, and Rosemary
• Pear, Brie, and Bacon
• Sweet Peppers and Cream Cheese
• Pepperoni Pizza
• Pineapple, Rum, and Brown Sugar
• Fig, Pistachio, and Honey
• Apple, Brown Sugar, and Cinnamon
• Banana and Nutella

Keep reading to see the ingredients for each of these puff pastry recipes and to see how delicious and gorgeous they look after baking.

Onion, Brie, and Rosemary Puff Pastry Tarts

For this delicious savory upside down puff pastry, you'll need some thinly sliced onion (red or white), a slice of brie cheese, and some fresh rosemary.

The taste of this onion, brie, and rosemary puff pastry tart is out of this world, with the sweetness of the onion, the rich and tangy taste from the brie, and the earthy rosemary notes. It's hands-down my favorite of these recipes.

Pear, Brie, and Bacon Puff Pastry Tarts

One of my favorite flavor combos ever is pear, brie, and bacon. Using bacon bits is an easy shortcut to match with slices of pear and a slice of fresh brie.

Putting this combo on a puff pastry tart seemed like a perfectly natural thing to do, and the flavor did not disappoint. So delicious!

Sweet Peppers and Cream Cheese Puff Pastry Tarts

One of my favorite charcuterie board items is golden peppadew peppers. They are sweet and not spicy, and pair perfectly with cream cheese. Sliced the peppers into rings and cut a slab of cream cheese to put on top.

What a great combo for a puff pastry tart! The sweetness of the peppers pairs perfectly with the rich cream cheese, which melts into a delicious, soft texture.

Pepperoni Pizza Puff Pastry Tarts

Pepperoni pizza is as crowd-pleasing as it gets. Spread some tomato paste (straight from the can) onto slices of pepperoni and top with shredded mozzarella.

Nothing elevates pizza like puff pastry! This is a great kid-friendly puff pastry tart that you can put together faster than you get delivery.

Pineapple, Rum, and Brown Sugar Puff Pastry Tarts

Fresh pineapple tastes delicious cooked with brown sugar, and a drizzle of rum takes it over the top into grown-up territory.

A super ripe pineapple makes this an even bolder flavor that's a great dessert tart.

Fig, Pistachio, and Honey Puff Pastry Tarts

Sliced. dried figs, with their bold sweet taste, go perfectly with chopped pistachios and a drizzle of honey.

The dramatic look of the figs and the sweet caramelized honey and nuts might have you thinking you transported to the Mediterranean for lunch. Delish!

Apple, Brown Sugar, and Cinnamon Puff Pastry Tarts

Apple is the most traditional recipe for these upside down puff pastries, of course we topped the slices with some brown sugar and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

They taste just like mini apple pies, but are so much faster to make! It's a classic flavor combo that's definitely a crowd pleaser.

Banana and Nutella Puff Pastry Tarts

No attempt at pastry would be complete without something involving chocolate! We used Jo's favorite flavor combo of bananas and Nutella to create a sweet dessert puff pastry tart.

The resulting rich, dark chocolate flavor with the sweet, baked bananas are a magical combo. If you have a real sweet tooth, try adding a little brown sugar to amp the kick it up even further.

FAQ and Tips for Making Upside Down Puff Pastry Tarts

As simple as these tarts are to make, there are a few things you can do to improve your chance of success. Here are some frequently asked questions and tips I can share to help you make upside down puff pastry tarts.

Can I use frozen puff pastry?
Yup, frozen works great! Just thaw it in the fridge for a few hours or on the counter for about an hour. You can even zap it in the microwave for a few seconds if you need to thaw it in a hurry.

Do I have to use parchment paper?
Yes, you really do. Otherwise the sweet, caramelized goodies will stick to your baking pan instead of to your puff pastry when you flip it over.

Can I use any ingredients?
Just about! Try sweet or savory combinations that you know work and that would hold up well to a strong bake. If you're nervous about trying something new, just make one tart first as a test. If it works, go for it!

Are there ingredients I should avoid?
Especially large, chunky ingredients might not stick to the baked crust unless you also have a very saucy ingredient to go with it. Don't use anything that's super wet, or it is more likely to leak out everywhere. Keep in mind that colors darken upon baking, so don't be surprised if some ingredients turn very brown.

Does it matter how I layer the ingredients?
Only if you care about the visual look after baking. Remember that everything will be upside down after it's flipped over, so layer your ingredients for best display. Put small things down first (nuts, herbs) then larger on top (fruit slices, cheese).

Can I make these ahead of time?
They really do taste best warm and right out of the oven, so you get that super flaky, crumbly crust. But if you have leftovers or simply must do them ahead of time, store them in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat them before serving.

Who came up with this brilliant idea?
All the credit for these upside down puff pastries goes to TikTok creator @lilyghodrati, whose viral trend took the internet by storm.