Maple Pecan Tart

This Maple Pecan Tart is a delightful gluten-free dessert that combines the rich sweetness of maple syrup with the toasty crunch of pecans, all nestled in a buttery almond flour crust. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this tart is sure to impress with its elegant flavor and texture.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 100 grams
• Unsalted butter - 50 grams, melted
• Maple syrup - 60 ml
• Brown sugar - 30 grams
• Egg - 1 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Pecans - 70 grams, roughly chopped
• Water - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour and salt. Pour in the melted butter and mix until crumbly.
3. Press the almond flour mixture into the bottom and sides of a small tart pan (approximately 6 inches in diameter) to form the crust.
4. In another bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and water until smooth.
5. Stir in the chopped pecans until they are well coated with the maple mixture.
6. Pour the pecan filling into the prepared crust, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is lightly golden.
8. Remove from the oven and let the tart cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 100 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.015 L

Health Benefits

• High in healthy fats from pecans which support heart health.
• Provides antioxidants and minerals such as magnesium and zinc from nuts.

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