Best 5 Award Winning Maple Nut Toffee Tart Recipes

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Indulge in the symphony of flavors with our award-winning maple nut toffee tart, a culinary masterpiece that has captivated taste buds and earned accolades. Picture a symphony of textures and flavors, where a flaky, buttery crust embraces a rich, gooey filling of maple and brown sugar, studded with an array of nuts like pecans, walnuts, and almonds. The crowning glory is a layer of crunchy toffee that adds a delightful shatter with every bite. This delectable tart is the perfect centerpiece for any occasion, whether it's a festive gathering or an intimate dinner party. Elevate your dessert repertoire with this unforgettable creation, and embark on a journey of culinary bliss.

In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you step-by-step through the process of crafting this extraordinary tart. From the buttery crust to the decadent filling and the irresistible toffee topping, each element is meticulously explained, ensuring success even for novice bakers. We've also included a delightful selection of additional recipes to satisfy your sweet cravings. Discover the classic pecan pie, a timeless favorite that showcases the nutty goodness of pecans. Treat yourself to the irresistible chocolate chip cookie bars, a chewy, gooey indulgence that will transport you to childhood memories. And for a touch of elegance, try the sophisticated lemon tart, a symphony of citrusy flavors enveloped in a delicate pastry crust. With these recipes at your fingertips, you'll be equipped to create an unforgettable dessert spread that will leave your guests craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MAPLE NUT TART WITH A CHOCOLATE WHISKEY MOUSSE



Maple Nut Tart with a Chocolate Whiskey Mousse image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

Nonstick cooking spray
1/4 cup hazelnuts
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 sleeve graham crackers
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
Pinch salt
3 large eggs
8 ounces bacon, diced, cooked and drained plus 2 teaspoons reserved grease
1/2 cup maple syrup
1 cup chopped hazelnuts
1 cup chopped pecans
One 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
3/4 cup heavy cream
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup cocoa powder
3 tablespoons bourbon
1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
Pinch salt
1 small block semisweet chocolate, shaved into curls
Mint leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Spray the tart shells with cooking spray and set aside.
  • For the crust: Place the hazelnuts, granulated sugar and graham crackers in a food processor and pulse until it looks like cornmeal. Add the butter, a little at a time, pulsing until the mixture comes together. Divide among the tart shells and press up the sides, making sure the crust is tightly packed.
  • For the filling: In a large bowl, mix together the brown sugar, vanilla bean paste, salt and eggs. Add the bacon grease and maple syrup; mix to combine. Stir in the hazelnuts and pecans.
  • Sprinkle the hazelnuts and pecans onto the bottoms of the crusts. Pour the syrup mixture over the nuts. Sprinkle the tops with bacon. Bake until set, about 25 minutes. Let cool.
  • For the mousse: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the whip attachment, whip the cream cheese for 30 seconds to aerate it. Add the cream, confectioners' sugar, cocoa powder, bourbon, vanilla bean paste and salt and whip until light and fluffy. Taste and add more cocoa powder if desired.
  • Pop the cooled tarts out of the pan and place on individual plates. Spoon the mousse into small dishes, garnish with chocolate curls and mint leaves, and serve on the side.

SHELLEY'S TOFFEE TARTS



Shelley's Toffee Tarts image

This recipe is one of many in my DMIL's arsenal for Christmas baking, but I like them so much I make them year round! It's a great recipe for summer as you only need the oven to brown the tart shells. Enjoy!

Provided by Davalyn_rain

Categories     Tarts

Time 50m

Yield 24 tarts

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 (170 g) packages mackintosh toffee pieces (11 individual candies equal 1 bar in this recipe)
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 (350 g) package chocolate chips
24 miniature tart shells

Steps:

  • 1. Bake tart shells until brown.
  • 2. Melt toffee & whipping cream in a saucepan on medium heat until smooth.
  • 3. Pour into shells & place a chocolate chip in the center of each tart.
  • 4. Cool.
  • Please note that the prep time depends on how fast you unwrap the toffee and the cooking time depends on your oven and how fast the toffee melts for you.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.1, Fat 15.4, SaturatedFat 9.1, Cholesterol 21.8, Sodium 93.3, Carbohydrate 26.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 25, Protein 1.6

MAPLE-NUT TART



Maple-Nut Tart image

This spin on pecan pie adds walnuts to the mix and features maple syrup instead of corn syrup, lending deeper, richer flavor to an of-the-season treat.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 8

All-purpose flour, for rolling
1 recipe Our Favorite Pie Crust
2 large eggs
1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup pure maple syrup
1 1/2 cups pecan pieces
1 1/2 cups walnut pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. On a lightly floured piece of waxed or parchment paper, roll dough into a 12-inch circle. Carefully fit into a 9-inch removable-bottom tart pan, gently lowering dough into bottom and sides of pan without stretching. Roll rolling pin over edge of tart pan to cut off excess dough (discard excess); set tart shell aside.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, sugar, and salt; whisk in maple syrup. Add nuts, and mix filling to combine. Place tart pan on a rimmed baking sheet, and pour in filling. Bake tart until filling is set and crust is slightly golden, 55 to 60 minutes. Cool completely in pan. Remove tart from pan before serving.

AWARD-WINNING MAPLE-NUT-TOFFEE TART



Award-Winning Maple-Nut-Toffee Tart image

This award-winning tart has a rich nut filling flavored with maple in a buttery crust. It is topped off with a lovely chocolate drizzle.

Provided by larkspur

Categories     Dessert Tarts

Time 1h35m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons white sugar
¾ cup cold butter
2 egg yolks, lightly beaten
¼ cup cold milk
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 teaspoon maple flavoring
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon salt
⅔ cup coarsely chopped pecans
⅔ cup coarsely chopped walnuts
⅔ cup sliced almonds
⅓ cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Combine flour and sugar in a bowl. Cut in butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Combine egg yolks and milk in a small bowl; stir into flour mixture until dough is blended.
  • Press dough, using lightly floured hands, into the bottom and 1 inch up the sides of a 12-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Line the unpricked shell with a double thickness of aluminum foil. Place pan on a large baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine condensed milk, maple flavoring, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl. Stir pecans, walnuts, and almonds into the batter.
  • Remove shell from the oven, leaving oven on, and fill with batter.
  • Return tart to the oven and bake until golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and cool completely on a wire rack, about 30 minutes.
  • Place chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in a microwave oven until melted, 1 to 3 minutes. Drizzle tart with melted chocolate. Refrigerate until chocolate has hardened and filling is firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 450.2 calories, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 76.2 mg, Fat 28.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 8.4 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 176.2 mg, Sugar 24.3 g

CONTEST-WINNING HAZELNUT TOFFEE



Contest-Winning Hazelnut Toffee image

This is one of my most-asked-for recipes. It's sweet and buttery with plenty of crunch. You could use dark, milk or even white chocolate and substitute almonds for the hazelnuts if you wish. -Joanne Simpson Portland, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 1-3/4 pounds.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons plus 1 cup butter, divided
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon light corn syrup
1/3 cup chopped hazelnuts
TOPPING:
2 cups (12 ounces each) semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup finely chopped hazelnuts

Steps:

  • Line a 13-in. x 9-in. pan with foil; coat the foil with cooking spray and set aside. Butter the sides of a large heavy saucepan with 2 teaspoons butter. Cube remaining butter; place in pan. Add the sugar, water and corn syrup. Cook and stir until mixture turns golden brown and a candy thermometer reads 300° (hard crack stage)., Remove from the heat; stir in hazelnuts. Pour into prepared pan without scraping; spread evenly. Let stand at room temperature until cool, about 1 hour., In a microwave, melt chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Spread evenly over toffee. Sprinkle with hazelnuts, pressing down gently. Let stand for 1 hour. , Break into bite-sized pieces. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 58mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-duty blender to ensure the nuts and toffee are finely chopped and well combined.
  • If the toffee mixture is too thick to spread, add a little more butter or cream.
  • Be careful not to over-bake the tart, as the crust can easily burn.
  • Allow the tart to cool completely before slicing and serving.
  • Store the tart in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

The award-winning maple nut toffee tart is a delicious and decadent dessert that is perfect for any special occasion. With its buttery crust, creamy toffee filling, and crunchy nuts, this tart is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a show-stopping dessert, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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