Maple Walnut Tart
Maple Walnut Tart is a delectable dessert that merges the rich essence of pure maple syrup with the satisfying crunch of toasted walnuts. This tart features a perfectly golden-brown crust topped with a glossy filling, making it an impressive centerpiece for any occasion. Whether enjoyed warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or chilled for a refreshing bite, this delightful treat is sure to create lasting memories around your table.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 8
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
- 3 large eggs, room temperature
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour and sugar, then cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Press evenly into a tart pan.
- Bake the crust for about 15 minutes until lightly golden brown.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, maple syrup, and sugar until well combined. Stir in chopped walnuts until fully coated.
- Pour walnut mixture over the pre-baked tart shell and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until set in the center.
- Allow the tart to cool completely before slicing and serving with extra maple syrup or whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg