Chocolate Nut Tarts

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat oven to 350°.
2. 2
   Mix brownie mix according to package directions; set aside.
3. 3
   Chop nuts finely.
4. 4
   Combine with butter and syrup.
5. 5
   Generously spray mini muffin pan with vegetable oil spray. Spoon nuts into pan and press to form shallow crust.
6. 6
   Nuts will not go up sides of pan, only on bottom.
7. 7
   Place brownie mix on top of nuts.
8. 8
   Bake 13 to 16 minutes.
9. 9
   Cool 15 minutes or until tarts can be easily removed.
10. 10
    Can substitute 9-inch spring-form pan to make one large tart.
11. 11
    Pat nuts in pan bottom and 1/2-inch up side. Cover with brownie mix.
12. 12
    Bake 55 minutes.
13. 13
    Cool before serving.