Best 2 Pecan Praline Tart Recipes

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Pecan praline tart is a classic Southern dessert that combines the buttery sweetness of pecans, the rich flavor of praline, and the flaky crust of a tart. This delectable treat is perfect for special occasions or as a sweet ending to any meal. With its combination of textures and flavors, pecan praline tart is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. This article will provide you with some of the best recipes for pecan praline tart, so that you can find the perfect one to suit your taste.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PECAN PRALINE TART



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A rectangular pecan tart, inspired by the praline, a candy popular in Texas, combines toasted nuts, corn syrup, and brown sugar.

Provided by Martha Stewart

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

Number Of Ingredients 9

All-purpose flour, for dusting
1/2 recipe Flaky Pie Dough
2 cups packed light-brown sugar
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
2 cups coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
2 tablespoons pure vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • On a lightly floured surface, roll out 1 disk of dough to a rectangle about 1/8 inch thick. Fit into a 12-by-4 1/2-inch rectangular cake ring set on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Trim edges flush with rim. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Prick bottom of crust all over with a fork. Freeze 15 minutes. Cut a 17-by-8-inch piece of parchment, and place on top of chilled crust. Fill with pie weights or dried beans. Bake until edges are golden and bottom is firm, 30 to 35 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes with weights intact. Remove weights and parchment. Let cool completely.
  • Heat sugar, cream, butter, and corn syrup in a saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar has dissolved. Bring to a boil, and cook without stirring until edges begin to turn deep golden, about 6 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
  • Stir in pecans, vanilla, and salt. Pour filling evenly into cooled tart crust; do not spread it. Let stand at room temperature until cooled and firm, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Unmold tart, and serve.

GOLDEN BROWN BUTTER AND PECAN PRALINE TART



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Provided by Jeanne Kelley

Categories     Dessert     Bake     Christmas     Thanksgiving     Pecan     Fall     Butter     Bon Appétit     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

For crust:
3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter
1 1/4 cups unbleached all purpose flour
1/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Filling:
1 large egg
1/2 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1/2 cup golden syrup (such as Lyle's Golden Syrup)
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup coarsely chopped pecans, toasted
Ingredient info: Look for golden syrup at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.
Special Equipment
9-inch tart pan with removable bottom

Steps:

  • For crust:
  • Cook 3/4 cup butter in heavy small saucepan over medium heat until butter turns golden brown (nut-colored), watching carefully to prevent burning, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Pour melted brown butter into 1-cup glass measuring cup. Let melted butter stand until barely warm, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, position rack in center of oven and preheat to 375°F. Butter bottom and sides of 9-inch-diameter tart pan with removable bottom. Whisk flour, brown sugar, and salt in medium bowl to blend. Add 1/2 cup of barely warm melted brown butter and stir with fork until moist dough forms (mixture will resemble wet sand). Transfer dough to prepared tart pan. Using fingertips, press dough firmly and evenly onto bottom and up sides of pan (dough will look glossy). Let crust rest 5 to 10 minutes at room temperature. Bake crust until set and just golden brown, 15 to 18 minutes.
  • For filling:
  • Meanwhile, whisk egg and brown sugar in medium bowl until well blended. Whisk in golden syrup, whipping cream, and salt. Stir in remaining melted brown butter, leaving most of darkened solids behind in bottom of measuring cup. Stir in pecans. Pour filling into warm crust, distributing pecans evenly.
  • Bake tart until filling is browned and slightly puffed and set at edges (center will still move slightly when pan is gently shaken), 25 to 27 minutes. Cool tart completely in pan on rack (center of filling will set as tart cools). DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover loosely and store at room temperature.

Tips:

  • To toast pecans evenly, spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet and toast in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-7 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
  • For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips instead of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
  • If you don't have a tart pan, you can use a 9-inch pie plate instead. Just trim the excess dough from the edges.
  • To prevent the tart crust from becoming soggy, pre-bake it for 10-12 minutes before filling it.
  • Let the tart cool completely before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

This pecan praline tart is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. With its creamy chocolate filling, crunchy pecan praline topping, and flaky tart crust, this tart is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert to make, give this pecan praline tart a try. You won't be disappointed!

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