Pecan Nut Tarts

Pecan Nut Tarts
  • Author: cheekiimonkeyx

This delightful pecan tartlet recipe combines the rich flavors of pecan nuts with a sweet and sticky golden syrup filling, all encased in a buttery shortcrust pastry. The result is a decadent treat that is perfect for any occasion, sure to impress your family and friends with its irresistible taste and beautiful presentation.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 450g shortcrust pastry
  • 175g / 1 cup pecan nuts (halfed)
  • 3 eggs, beaten
  • 25g butter (melted)
  • 275g golden syrup
  • 1/2 tspn vanilla essence
  • 115g caster sugar
  • 1 tbsp plain flour

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 180°c/350°c/gasmark4.
  • Roll out the pastry and use to line 6, 10cm/4in tartlet tins.
  • Divide the pecan nut halfs between the pastry cases.
  • Combine the eggs with the butter and add the golden syrup and vanilla essence
  • Sift over the caster sugar and flour, and carefully blend.
  • Fill the pastry cases with the mixture and leave until the the nuts rise to the surface.
  • Bake for 35 -40 minutes until a skewer comes out clean. Cool for 15 minutes before turning onto a wire rack.
  • Enjoy :)

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Yield

Makes 6 tartlets