Low Sodium Classic Pecan Tart
Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of this Low Sodium Classic Pecan Tart, a guilt-free twist on a traditional favorite. Designed with heart health in mind, this recipe swaps salted ingredients for unsalted butter and balances sweetness with light brown sugar and corn syrup, creating a luscious filling that pairs perfectly with the nutty crunch of pecans. The tender, homemade crust is lightly golden and flaky, elevating every bite of this decadent dessert. Ready in just over an hour, this low sodium pecan tart is perfect for holiday gatherings or casual entertaining, and it serves up to eight slices of irresistible flavor. Enjoy the classic charm without the excess salt!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons ice water
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups pecan halves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
To prepare the crust, mix the all-purpose flour and granulated sugar in a medium bowl.
Cut in the unsalted butter using a pastry blender or two forks until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the ice water and gently knead into the flour mixture until a dough forms. Be cautious not to overwork the dough.
Press the dough evenly into a 9-inch tart pan with a removable bottom. Ensure it covers the bottom and sides uniformly.
Prick the crust all over with a fork and chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.
Bake the chilled crust for about 10 minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
For the filling, whisk together corn syrup, light brown sugar, large eggs, melted unsalted butter, and pure vanilla extract in a mixing bowl until combined.
Stir in the pecan halves to coat them thoroughly in the syrupy mixture.
Pour the pecan mixture into the pre-baked tart shell, spreading it out evenly.
Bake the tart for 40 minutes or until the filling is set and the top is golden brown. A toothpick inserted near the center should come out moist but clean.
Allow the tart to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.8 g | 302% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.9 g | 370% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 811 mg | 270% | |
| Sodium | 449 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 560.7 g | 204% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.1 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 402.8 g | ||
| Protein | 53.1 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 357 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 15.8 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 1251 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
