Walnut pie

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Walnut pie is a pie prepared with walnuts as a primary ingredient. [1] Whole or chopped walnuts may be used, or both, and toasted walnuts may be used. [2] It may be prepared as a cream pie, and may include maple syrup, molasses, and cinnamon as ingredients. [3] [1] [4] [5] [6] It may be prepared with a sweet filling base prepared with corn syrup, sugar, and eggs, similar to pecan pie filling. [5] [6] Chocolate and honey may also be used. [7] [8] Walnut pie may be prepared using fruits, such as raisins, figs, plums, and cranberries, among others. [9] [10] [11] [12] Walnut pie may be served at room temperature or warmed. [13] It may be topped with whipped cream or served à la Mode. [7]

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A walnut tart

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