Maple Walnut Tarts
Serves
12
Prep Time
15 min
Cook Time
18 min
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A classic trio of maple syrup, walnuts, and brown sugar comes together in these charming tarts that evoke a comforting, homestyle feel. Ideal for serving at tea time or as an afternoon treat, these little desserts add a hint of indulgence to any moment without too much fuss.
Ingredients
- 12 tart shells (3-inch/8 cm), unbaked
- 2 eggs
- ⅔ cup (170 mL) maple syrup
- ½ cup (125 mL) packed brown sugar
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) melted butter or margarine
- 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla extract
- ¾ cup (175 mL) coarsely chopped walnuts
Instructions
- Step 1
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Whisk eggs, syrup, brown sugar, butter and vanilla in medium bowl until just blended.
- Step 2
Place 1 tbsp (15 mL) walnuts in each tart shell. Pour maple syrup mixture over walnuts. Bake in preheated 425°F (220°C) oven until pastry is golden and filling is puffed and just set, about 18 minutes.
- Step 3
Serve warm or at room temperature, plain or with lightly sweetened whipped cream.
Nutrition Facts
| Per tart serving | |
|---|---|
| Calories | 250 |
| Fat | 13 g |
| Saturated Fat | 3 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 30 g |
| Fibre | 1 g |
| Sugars | 20 g |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Sodium | 133 mg |