Ingredients and Weight:
- Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks)
- Maple syrup: 1/2 cup
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup
- Eggs: 2 large
- All-purpose flour: 1 cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
- Tart shell (pre-made or homemade): 8 individual tart shells
- Walnuts or pecans (optional): 1/2 cup, chopped
Preparation Time:
- Preparation time: 2 hours (includes chilling time for dough)
- Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty, requires attention to detail and timing)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, maple syrup, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in flour and vanilla extract until combined.
- If using, fold in chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Spoon the mixture into the tart shells.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the filling is set and the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, assuming 8 tartlets)
Calories: Approximately 350 calories per tartlet (depending on size and ingredients used)
Fat: 18g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 4g
(Nutritional information may vary based on actual measurements and brand of ingredients used)
Dish Characteristics:
- Maple flavor combined with a buttery crust creates a unique and delicious dessert.
- The addition of nuts gives a crunchy texture to the filling.
- A classic American dessert that is perfect for any special occasion or as a treat.
User Comments:
- "These tarts are amazing! The combination of maple and butter is so delicious."
- "I love the crunch from the walnuts in the filling. It adds a great texture."
- "Such a classic American dessert. Perfect for a fall gathering."
- "The crust was flaky and the filling was rich and flavorful."
- "Easy to make and always a hit with my family."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use room temperature butter for creaming with the maple syrup and brown sugar. This will ensure a smoother mixture.
- Do not overfill the tart shells; this may cause them to overflow in the oven.
- Baking time may vary depending on your oven; check frequently towards the end of the baking time to ensure the tarts are not overcooked.
