COCONUT WALNUT TART

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My mother and aunt perfected this recipe and then handed it down to me. The flavor is similar to pecan pie, My family requests this delicious dessert every Christmas. -Cindy DeRoos, Iroquois, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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Ingredients

Pastry for a single-crust pie
2 eggs
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1/2 cup butter, melted
3 tablespoons milk
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups sweetened shredded coconut
1/3 cup chopped walnuts

Steps:

Place pastry in a 9-in. fluted tart pan with a removable bottom; set aside. In a bowl, beat eggs for 1 minute. Add brown sugar, butter, milk and vanilla; mix well. Stir in coconut and walnuts. Pour into crust. , Bake at 450° for 8 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°; bake 20-25 minutes longer or until puffed and golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 296 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 169mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.