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Homemade Maple Pumpkin Chaos Tart

Homemade Maple Pumpkin Chaos Tart

This Homemade Maple Pumpkin Chaos Tart is a sweet autumn masterpiece — smooth pumpkin filling infused with pure maple syrup, warm spices, and a buttery flaky crust. It’s a cozy twist on the classic pumpkin pie, with a hint of chaos (aka deliciousness!) that makes it unforgettable. Perfect for Thanksgiving, fall gatherings, or any time you crave that comforting pumpkin spice flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 43 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Course: Dessert, Fall Treats, Holiday Baking
Cuisine: American
Calories: 310
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Crust
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup 1 stick cold unsalted butter, cubed
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 –3 tbsp ice water
  • For the Filling
  • 1 ½ cups pumpkin purée not pumpkin pie filling
  • ½ cup pure maple syrup
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • ¾ cup heavy cream or evaporated milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp ground ginger
  • ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional Topping
  • Whipped cream
  • Chopped pecans
  • Maple drizzle

Equipment

  • 9-inch tart pan or pie dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or hand mixer
  • Measuring cups & spoons
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Crust
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly. Add ice water 1 tbsp at a time until dough forms.
  3. Shape into a disk, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
  4. Roll & Prebake
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out dough and press into a 9-inch tart pan.
  6. Prick with a fork, line with parchment, and fill with pie weights.
  7. Bake 10 minutes, then remove weights and bake another 5 minutes.
  8. Make the Filling
  9. In a bowl, whisk pumpkin, maple syrup, brown sugar, eggs, cream, vanilla, and spices until smooth.
  10. Fill & Bake
  11. Pour filling into the tart shell. Bake for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is just set.
  12. Let cool completely before slicing.
  13. Serve
  14. Top with whipped cream, pecans, or a drizzle of maple syrup.

Notes

For extra depth, add a splash of bourbon or rum to the filling.
Use store-bought pie crust to save time.
Chill tart before serving for clean slices.
Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.