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Creamy Vanilla & Caramelized Pecan Tart: A Luxurious Dessert You’ll Want to Make Again and Again
If you’re in search of a dessert that’s equal parts elegant, comforting, and indulgent, look no further than this Creamy Vanilla & Caramelized Pecan Tart. This show-stopping tart brings together a buttery crust, a silky vanilla custard filling, and a glorious topping of golden, glossy caramelized pecans. It’s everything you could want in a dessert—sweet, nutty, creamy, and just the right amount of crunch.
Perfect for holiday dinners, dinner parties, or a weekend baking treat, this tart is guaranteed to turn heads and win hearts.
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Tart
- Textural heaven: Creamy custard meets crunchy pecans in every bite.
- Rich, warm flavor: Infused with real vanilla and a caramel glaze that enhances the nutty topping.
- Visually stunning: A golden crown of caramelized pecans makes this tart as beautiful as it is delicious.
- Make-ahead friendly: You can prep the crust and filling in advance for stress-free entertaining.
🥧 Ingredients
For the crust:
- 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1–2 tbsp cold water, as needed
- Pinch of salt
For the vanilla cream filling:
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup whole milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 egg yolks
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
