Walnut Caramel Tart
Indulge in the decadent flavors and rich, nutty aroma of this classic Walnut Tart. Crisp pastry encases a luscious caramel and walnut filling, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and crunch. Whether enjoyed warm or cold, this dessert is sure to impress your family and friends.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 175g plain flour , plus extra for dusting
- 85g butter , cut into small cubes
- 50g caster sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 200g caster sugar
- 100g butter , cut into small pieces
- 200ml whipping or double cream
- 200g shelled walnut halves
Instructions
- Heat oven to 190C/170C fan/gas 5. Put the flour in a food processor with the butter and sugar, and mix until it forms fine breadcrumbs. Add the egg yolk and 1-2 tbsp cold water, and pulse to make a firm dough.
- Have ready a 24cm tart tin. Briefly knead the pastry on a lightly floured surface, then roll out to a round about 5cm larger than your tin. Lift onto the tin with the help of your rolling pin, then press into the corners using your finger. Do not trim the pastry. Fill the pastry case with a round of baking parchment and baking beans. Chill for 10 mins. Blindbake for 10 mins, remove the paper and beans, then bake for 5 mins more.
- To make the filling, put the sugar in a large pan with 3 tbsp cold water. Heat gently, stirring to dissolve the sugar. When the sugar is completely dissolved, increase heat and bubble until the syrup has turned a rich caramel colour. Remove from the heat and stir in the butter until it has dissolved, then stir in the cream. Return to the heat and boil hard, stirring until the sauce is thick enough to leave a gap on the base of the pan when you draw your spoon across it. Stir in the walnuts.
- Fill the pastry case with the nut mixture, levelling it with a fork. Return to the oven for 8-10 mins until the filling is bubbling. Cool for 10 mins before removing carefully from the tin. Serve warm or cold.
Cook Time
25M
Prep Time
PT40M
Yield
CUTS INTO 8-10 slices
Nutrition
- Calories: 539 calories
- Fat Content: 40 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 18 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 38 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 26 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 2 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 5 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.3 milligram of sodium
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