Best method of cooking an Almond PearTart decoration/top layer
Personally, I would prepare it by slicing the pears and placing them decoratively on top of the batter in some pattern. Then I would add an egg wash to help it brown nicely during the bake. A pear compote would, in my opinion, not add enough texture to the finished product. If you use whole pear slices, you will get a bit of a contrast between the smooth custard of the tart and the (hopefully) slightly firm pear slices on top.