Caramel Banana Pecan Tart

Whip up this heavenly tart with ease, featuring layers of bananas and pecans, all topped with a caramelized crumble. It’s a versatile recipe that can be adapted to any shape of tart pan or even a pie dish, making it the perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients:

For the Tart Dough:

• 188 grams (1 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour
• 4 grams (1 tsp) granulated sugar
• 5 grams (1 tsp) salt
• 120 ml (1/2 cup) vegetable oil
• 45 ml (3 tbsp) milk
• 5 ml (1 tsp) vanilla extract

For the Filling:

• 2 ripe bananas, sliced
• 125 grams (1 cup) pecans, crushed
• 30 grams (2 tbsp) brown sugar

For the Topping:

• 50 grams (1/4 cup) granulated sugar
• 50 grams (1/4 cup) brown sugar
• 23 grams (3 tbsp) all-purpose flour
• 28 grams (2 tbsp) unsalted butter, softened

Optional:

• Ice cream of your choice for serving
• Caramel sauce for drizzling

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. For the dough, mix together the flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. In another bowl, whisk the oil, milk, and vanilla extract. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients using a fork until a dough forms.
3. Press the dough evenly into the bottom and up the sides of your tart pan.
4. Arrange the banana slices over the crust. Mix the crushed pecans with brown sugar and sprinkle this mixture over the bananas.
5. For the crumble topping, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, flour, and butter in a medium bowl. Use your fingers or a fork to mix until it reaches a crumbly texture. Distribute this crumble evenly over the layer of bananas and pecans.
6. Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes. Then, reduce the oven temperature to 190°C (375°F) and continue to bake for another 25 minutes. If the topping is browning too quickly, cover with aluminum foil for the last 10 minutes.
7. After baking, let the tart cool in the pan for about 15 minutes.
8. Serve warm with a generous drizzle of caramel sauce and a scoop of your favorite ice cream on the side.

This Caramel Banana Pecan Tart is not only simple to make but also irresistibly delicious. Enjoy the blend of textures and flavors from the crispy crust to the soft bananas, the crunchy pecans, and the sweet, buttery topping. It’s sure to be a hit with anyone who takes a bite!