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Irresistible Butterscotch Pecan Tart

Irresistible Butterscotch Pecan Tart: Your New Favorite Holiday Treat

This Irresistible Butterscotch Pecan Tart combines buttery crust and gooey filling, making it the perfect holiday dessert for Friendsgiving.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour gluten-free flour blend can be used if needed
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold) ensure it’s cold for optimal flakiness
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar coconut sugar makes a lovely substitute
For the Filling
  • 1 cup brown sugar (packed) light brown sugar is a suitable alternative
  • 1 cup heavy cream half-and-half can lighten it up
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted) walnuts can work in a pinch
  • 2 large eggs for vegan adaptations, egg substitutes can be utilized
  • 1 pinch salt using sea salt elevates the dessert’s gourmet appeal

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Tart Pan
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

How to Make Irresistible Butterscotch Pecan Tart
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and granulated sugar. Cut in the cold unsalted butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs, then press evenly into your tart pan.
  3. Cover the crust with parchment paper, filling it with pie weights. Bake for about 15 minutes, or until lightly golden.
  4. In a saucepan over medium heat, stir together packed brown sugar and heavy cream and heat until sugar melts, roughly 5 minutes.
  5. Allow the mixture to cool slightly. Whisk in the eggs and fold in the toasted chopped pecans.
  6. Pour the filling into your pre-baked tart crust. Bake for another 20-25 minutes, until filling is set but gently jiggly in the center.
  7. Let your tart cool completely on a wire rack before slicing. Drizzle with caramel before serving if desired!

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 4gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a dollop of whipped cream for added richness. Store leftovers tightly wrapped for up to 5 days in the fridge.

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