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.

• Calories: 360 Calories

Ingredients

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

Recipe Instructions

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.