Maple Butter Tart Pie

If you’ve been following along with my Canadian Thanksgiving menu series, you will know that we’ve already covered everything from savoury starters to the main course. We kicked things off with my Bannock Bites Two Ways, followed by a Roasted Turkey Breast with Maple Glaze served with seasonal sides like Thanksgiving Poutine Potatoes with Turkey Gravy, Wild Mushroom and Sage Stuffing, and Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Kale. And now, it’s time for dessert and I am finishing up this feast with this decadent Maple Butter Tart Pie.

Maple Butter Tart Pie is a luxurious and delicious seasonal dessert to serve during the fall and winter months. This pie is filled with a creamy brown sugar and maple syrup filling and lots of walnuts, all nestled in a flaky and buttery pie crust. Enjoy this at Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other time of the year when you want a sweet treat!

A Canadian Take on a Classic

If you love butter tarts or pecan pie, you will love this Canadian dessert. Instead of baking individual butter tarts, I scaled this recipe up to make a large format this is perfect for sharing. It’s a lot easier, and quicker to make, and the slices of this pie look gorgeous. Additionally, rather than using corn syrup, this pie is made with real maple syrup for a deeper, more complex sweetness that is perfect for the fall season. The filling is also stabilized with eggs, giving it that smooth texture that sets beautifully once cooled.

And while traditional pecan pie uses pecans, I opt for walnuts instead. They add a lovely earthiness that pairs perfectly with the brown sugar and maple syrup!

Baking Tips for the Perfect Maple Butter Tart Pie

Here are a few tips to ensure your Maple Butter Tart Pie turns out beautifully every time:

• Preheat your baking tray: Place a large baking tray in the oven while it preheats. This helps cook the bottom of the crust evenly and prevents the filling from spilling over as it bakes.
• Chill the pie crust: Chill your pie crust before adding the filling. This helps the crust hold its shape and stay flaky.
• Look for the jiggle: The pie is done when it’s slightly jiggly in the centre and cracked on top. It will continue to firm up as it cools.
• Let it cool completely: This pie needs at least 4 hours to fully set, so resist the urge to cut into it too early. It’s worth the wait!
• Add a decorative touch: Use any leftover pie dough to cut out small maple leaves. Brush them with cream, sprinkle with sugar, and bake until golden. They make a charming (and delicious) garnish once the pie has cooled.

Serve each slice with a dollop of whipped cream and a drizzle of extra maple syrup if you’re feeling indulgent.

Watch the Tutorial

If you’d like to see exactly how I make this pie from start to finish, you can watch my full YouTube tutorial where I walk you through every step of the process!

Make this Maple Butter Tart Pie for your next Thanksgiving celebration, Christmas dinner, or anytime you want to bring a taste of Canada to your table. It’s simple, elegant, and absolutely irresistible!

Enjoy the best of the season, every day! 🍁

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Maple Butter Tart Pie

Melissa

Maple Butter Tart Pie is a luxurious and delicious seasonal dessert to serve during the fall and winter months. This pie is filled with a creamy brown sugar and maple syrup filling and lots of walnuts, all nestled in a flaky and buttery pie crust. Enjoy this at Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other time of the year when you want a sweet treat!

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Cooling Time 4 hours hrs

Total Time 5 hours hrs

Course Dessert

Cuisine Canadian

Servings 8

Calories 402 kcal

Ingredients

  

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For the Pie and Filling:

• 1 pie crust rolled 5-millimetres thick
• ¼ cup salted butter melted
• ¾ cup dark brown sugar lightly packed
• ½ cup maple syrup
• 2 large eggs beaten
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup walnut halves
• Whipped cream optional, for garnish

For the Maple Leaf Decoration:

• 1 teaspoon granulated white sugar
• 1 tablespoon heavy cream 35%

Instructions

 

• Roll the pie dough into a round that is 5-millimetres thick. Transfer the dough to a 9-inch fluted tart pan with a removable bottom. Trim the excess dough so the tart is flush across the top. Reserve the excess dough for later. Place in the refrigerator to set while you make the filling.
• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Place a large baking tray in the oven to heat up.
• In a mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, dark brown sugar, and maple syrup. Whisk for 2 minutes until the sugar dissolves. Add the eggs and vanilla and whisk to combine again. Set aside.
• Remove the chilled pie dough from the refrigerator. Add the walnuts to the pie and spread them out evenly. Slowly pour the maple filling on top of the walnuts, making sure to keep the nuts in place.
• Carefully transfer the pie to the baking tray that was heating in the oven. Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce the heat to 350 degrees F and bake for 30 minutes. The pie will be done when it is cracked on top and is slightly jiggly in the centre. Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 3 to 4 hours.
• While the pie is baking, re-roll the excess dough out into a round that is 5-millimetres thick. Cut out maple leafs using a floured maple leaf shaped cookie cutter and place on a parchment lined baking tray. Brush the top of each maple leaf with cream, then sprinkle with the granulated white sugar. Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Add them on top of the pie after the pie has been removed from the oven and has cooled for 20 minutes.
• Slice the pie and serve with a dollop of whipped cream and enjoy!

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Notes

• You can make this Maple Butter Tart Pie ahead of time and keep it covered at room temperature for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Calories: 402kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 5gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 157mgPotassium: 177mgFiber: 2gSugar: 33gVitamin A: 267IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 67mgIron: 1mg

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