Best 2 Maple Pecan Tart Recipes

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Maple pecan tart is a delectable dessert that combines the flavors of maple syrup, pecans, and a flaky crust. With its sweet and nutty filling, this classic tart is perfect for special occasions or as a delightful treat anytime. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe or a modern twist, there are many variations to choose from, ensuring that you'll find the perfect maple pecan tart to satisfy your cravings.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

MAPLE PECAN TART



Maple Pecan Tart image

Provided by Sarah Patterson Scott

Categories     Dessert     Bake     Thanksgiving     High Fiber     Pecan     Maple Syrup     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Crust:
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/4 cup sugar
1 large egg yolk
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups unbleached all purpose flour
Filling:
3 large eggs
1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 cup dark corn syrup
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, melted
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped pecans
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Using electric mixer, beat butter in medium bowl until smooth. Add sugar, egg yolk, and salt; beat until blended. Add flour and beat just until dough begins to clump together. Gather dough into ball; flatten into disk. Roll out dough on lightly floured work surface to 10 1/2-inch round. Transfer to 9-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom. Press dough onto bottom and up sides of pan. Pierce dough all over with fork. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
  • Place crust in freezer 30 minutes before filling and baking.
  • For filling:
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Whisk eggs and brown sugar in medium bowl until well blended. Whisk in maple syrup, corn syrup, melted butter, and salt. Stir in pecans. Pour filling into unbaked crust. Place tart on rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake tart until filling is slightly puffed and set, about 40 minutes. Transfer to rack and cool. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Tent loosely with foil and let stand at room temperature.
  • Cut tart into wedges and serve with whipped cream or ice cream.

CHOCOLATE-MAPLE PECAN TART



Chocolate-Maple Pecan Tart image

For many, the Thanksgiving holiday wouldn't be the same without pecan pie -- but we twisted tradition by adding chunks of chocolate to the crust and maple sugar to the filling.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 3h25m

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 large eggs, separated
1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon coarse salt
3 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
1/2 cup granulated maple sugar
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
2 large eggs, plus 2 large egg whites (reserved from yolks used in crust)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 1/2 cups pecan halves, toasted

Steps:

  • Crust: Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Combine butter and granulated sugar in a medium bowl. Stir in yolks, then flour and salt until mixture resembles coarse meal and holds together when pinched. Fold in chocolate. Press evenly into bottom and up sides of a 13-by-4-inch fluted tart pan with a removable bottom. Refrigerate until firm, about 20 minutes.
  • Bake crust until golden and set, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack. Increase oven heat to 350 degrees.
  • Filling: Whisk together maple sugar, flour, and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk in eggs and whites, butter, and corn syrup until smooth. Place crust on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Scatter pecans evenly onto crust. Slowly pour in filling. Bake tart until puffed slightly and set, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool completely on a wire rack. Remove from pan; serve.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your tart.
  • Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking. This will help the dough to hold its shape and prevent it from spreading too much.
  • Bake the tart until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
  • Let the tart cool completely before serving. This will allow the filling to firm up.
  • Serve the tart with a dollop of whipped cream or ice cream.

Conclusion:

The maple pecan tart is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its buttery crust, creamy filling, and crunchy pecans, this tart is sure to be a hit. Whether you are serving it for a special occasion or just as a weeknight treat, the maple pecan tart is sure to please everyone.

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