1 slice (medium) of Walnut Tart (80 g) has 344 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 35.2 g of carbs, 5 g of protein, 21.6 g of fat and 2.1 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Copper covers 34% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

What is Walnut Tart?

A walnut tart has a pastry shell filled with a sweet walnut mixture and baked until the crust is crisp and the filling set. Versions appear in several European baking traditions, with recipes varying in how they sweeten and bind the filling; there is no single recipe that defines every walnut tart.

Serve it by the slice as a dessert or with coffee or tea. The contrast between flaky pastry and rich, nutty filling makes it satisfying, but it is also energy-dense, with much of its energy coming from fat and carbohydrate. A modest slice works well after a meal, or pair it with fresh fruit for a lighter-feeling serving.

Walnut Tart Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

430

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

44g

· 16% DV

Protein

6.2g

· 12% DV

Fat

27g

· 35% DV

Fiber

2.6g

· 9% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 40% · Protein 6% · Fat 54%

Walnut Tart Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

0.13mg · 11% DV

Biotin

3.2µg · 11% DV

0.12mg · 9% DV

0.14mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Manganese

1mg · 43% DV

Phosphorus

110mg · 16% DV

Magnesium

38mg · 9% DV

Zinc

1mg · 9% DV

How Nutritious Is Walnut Tart?

Nutrient density

Low

32/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

22/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Walnut Tart Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Medium

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

High

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Walnut Tart

To burn the 430 calories in 100 g:

🚶

106min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

44min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

59min

Cycling

🏊

50min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Walnut Tart Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Walnut Tart Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes

Dairy yes

Eggs yes

Peanuts free

Tree nuts yes

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Walnut Tart Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

— Not suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Walnut Tart Fat Profile

SATURATED

4.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

6.8g

POLYUNSATURATED

13.5g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 4.9:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (4.9:1).

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Frequently Asked Questions About Walnut Tart

What is a walnut tart?

A walnut tart is a baked dessert made with a pastry crust and a sweet walnut filling. Recipes vary: some use a custard-like mixture, while others bind the walnuts with syrup, honey, or caramel.

How do you make a walnut tart?

To make a walnut tart, fit pastry into a tart pan, prepare the walnut filling, and bake until the crust is golden and the center is set. Chilling the pastry before baking helps it hold its shape.

What is the difference between a walnut tart and pecan pie?

A walnut tart usually has a crisp pastry crust and a filling built around walnuts, while pecan pie is traditionally made with pecans in a sweet, syrupy filling and often a pie crust. The fillings can be adapted, so recipes may overlap.

Should you toast walnuts for a walnut tart?

Toasting walnuts before adding them to a walnut tart is optional, but it deepens their flavor and helps keep them crisp. Let them cool before mixing them into the filling so they do not warm or soften the pastry.

How do you keep a walnut tart crust from getting soggy?

To help keep a walnut tart crust crisp, briefly blind-bake the pastry before adding the filling. Let the tart cool fully before covering it, since trapped steam can soften the crust.

How can you tell when a walnut tart is done?

A walnut tart is done when its crust is golden and the filling looks set around the edges, with only a slight movement in the center. It will firm up as it cools, so avoid waiting for the filling to look completely rigid in the oven.

Can you make walnut tart ahead of time?

Yes, you can make a walnut tart ahead of time; its filling slices more neatly after it has cooled and rested. Prepare it the day before, cover it once cool, and refrigerate it until serving.

Can you use honey instead of corn syrup in a walnut tart?

Yes, honey can replace corn syrup in some walnut tart recipes, but it gives the filling a more noticeable flavor and may make it set differently. Use a recipe designed for honey rather than swapping it in without adjusting the other ingredients.

What should you serve with walnut tart?

Walnut tart pairs well with lightly sweetened whipped cream, crème fraîche, or vanilla ice cream. These cool, mild accompaniments balance the rich filling without competing with the walnuts.

Can you freeze walnut tart?

Yes, walnut tart can be frozen once it has cooled completely. Wrap individual slices well and store them in a sealed freezer-safe container; thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 25, 2026