Maple Butter Tarts
Maple butter tarts are a classic Canadian dessert that originated in the province of Ontario. They are known for their rich and gooey filling made with maple syrup, butter, and brown sugar, all baked in a flaky pastry crust.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 8.
Maple Butter Tarts
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Roll out the pastry dough and use it to line a muffin tin.
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In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
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Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
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Beat the egg in a separate bowl and then add it to the butter mixture, stirring until smooth.
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Divide the chopped pecans evenly among the pastry-lined muffin cups.
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Pour the butter mixture over the pecans, filling each cup about three-quarters full.
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Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and the filling is set.
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Remove the tarts from the oven and let them cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Serve the maple butter tarts at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 250kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 12g19%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 25g
- Protein 2g4%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
