Vegan Pecan Tarts

ByHannah Peterson

Vegan Pecan Tarts (Canadian-Inspired Butter Tarts!)

Sweet. Sticky. Gooey. Nutty. Everything you crave in a butter tart — made totally vegan and gluten-free. 😍

If you’ve ever tasted a classic Canadian butter tart, you already know it’s one of the most irresistible desserts out there. That gooey caramel center, the golden edges, the perfect bite of toasted pecans… pure magic. ✨

These Vegan Pecan Tarts bring all that nostalgia back, but in a lighter, plant-powered, allergy-friendly version. No butter, no eggs, no dairy — just wholesome ingredients baked into golden little tarts that melt in your mouth.

They’re sweet, sticky, gooey, nutty, and unbelievably delicious. And yes… they’re also gluten-free. 🥰

Perfect for holidays, tea time, parties, meal prep desserts, or anytime you want a decadent treat without the heaviness.

🥣 Ingredients

For the Tart Crust (Gluten-Free)

  • 1 cup almond flour
  • ½ cup oat flour
  • 2 tbsp coconut sugar
  • 3 tbsp melted coconut oil
  • 1–2 tbsp plant milk (as needed)
  • Pinch of salt

For the Gooey Pecan Filling

  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup coconut sugar
  • 3 tbsp vegan butter
  • 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp warm water (flax egg)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup pecans (chopped + whole for topping)
  • Pinch of salt

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Crust

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Mix almond flour, oat flour, sugar, salt, and melted coconut oil. Add a splash of plant milk until it comes together like soft dough.

Press the dough into a lightly greased mini muffin pan. Use your thumb to form little tart shells.

Bake for 8 minutes to set.

2️⃣ Prepare the Gooey Filling

Whisk together the flax egg and let it thicken for 5 minutes.

In a saucepan, melt vegan butter with maple syrup and coconut sugar. Remove from heat, then stir in flax egg, vanilla, salt, and chopped pecans.

3️⃣ Fill & Bake

Spoon the filling into each tart shell.
Top with a whole pecan for that classic look!

Bake for 18–22 minutes, until bubbling and golden.

Let cool completely to set — the gooey center thickens as it cools.

🌿 Tips

  • Add a splash of bourbon or maple extract for a deeper flavor.
  • Want them extra gooey? Add 1 extra tablespoon maple syrup.
  • Store in the fridge for up to 5 days — they’re even better the next day!

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