Classic Butter Tarts

Classic Butter Tarts

This is a great treat that is a small twist on pecan or walnut pie. Included in the recipe is butter, brown sugars, spices, coconut and walnuts. These are in great demand every year from my family and friends.

Yield:
2 dozen
Servings:
12

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup margarine
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2/3 cup dark corn syrup
  • 1 (9 inch) pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie

Directions

Step 1
Roll pie dough out to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut out circles of dough to fit cups of standard muffin tin. Gently place into muffin cups.

Step 2
In a saucepan, melt butter and margarine over low heat just until melted. Stir in brown sugar, coconut, spices, nuts, salt, eggs, lemon juice, and corn syrup. Mix well. Fill prepared muffin cups halfway with this mixture.

Step 3
Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 12 to 15 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

360
Calories
21g
Fat
43g
Carbs
3g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 360
% Daily Value *
Total Fat21g 27%
Saturated Fat8g 38%
Cholesterol45mg 15%
Sodium332mg 14%
Total Carbohydrate43g 16%
Dietary Fiber2g 6%
Total Sugars25g
Protein3g
Vitamin C1mg 3%
Calcium35mg 3%
Iron1mg 6%
Potassium103mg 2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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