Classic Butter Tarts

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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.

Submitted by ckronick

Updated on August 8, 2022

9

Servings:

12

Yield:

2 dozen

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Ingredients

⅓ cup butter
⅓ cup margarine
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup shredded coconut
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
½ cup chopped walnuts
½ teaspoon salt
2 eggs, beaten
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
⅔ cup dark corn syrup
1 (9 inch) pastry for a 9 inch single crust pie

Directions

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.
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.
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 Fat 21g	27%
Saturated Fat 8g	38%
Cholesterol 45mg	15%
Sodium 332mg	14%
Total Carbohydrate 43g	16%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Total Sugars 25g
Protein 3g	6%
Vitamin C 1mg	1%
Calcium 35mg	3%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 103mg	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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