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Butter Tarts


  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 tarts
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Butter Tarts are a classic Canadian treat featuring a flaky pastry crust and a gooey, sweet filling. With options to include raisins or pecans, these tarts offer a delightful blend of textures and flavors. Perfect for any occasion, Butter Tarts are a nostalgic dessert that captures the essence of homemade comfort.


Ingredients

For the Pastry Crust:

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (163 grams)

1 tsp sugar

½ tsp salt

½ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed (112 grams)

¼ cup cold water

For the Butter Tart Filling:

1 cup brown sugar, packed (190 grams)

½ cup golden corn syrup

¼ cup salted butter, melted

2 large eggs

1 teaspoon white vinegar (optional)

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional: ½ cup raisins or pecans


Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pastry Crust:
    • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
    • Add cold, cubed butter and blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
    • Gradually add cold water, mixing until the dough comes together.
    • Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. Prepare the Butter Tart Filling:
    • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a muffin tin or tart pan.
    • Mix brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, white vinegar (if using), and vanilla extract until smooth.
    • Stir in raisins or pecans if desired.
  3. Assemble and Bake:
    • Roll out dough and cut into circles to fit the muffin tin or tart pan.
    • Press dough circles into the muffin cups.
    • Pour filling into each pastry shell, filling about 2/3 full.
    • Bake for 15-20 minutes until the pastry is golden and the filling is set.
    • Cool in the tin before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Substitute Options: Light or dark corn syrup can be used instead of golden corn syrup. Other mix-ins like chocolate chips or dried cranberries can replace raisins or pecans.

Crust Tips: If the dough is too crumbly, add an extra tablespoon of cold water and avoid overworking the dough.

Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 1 week. Freezing is also an option for up to 3 months.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Canadian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 12 tarts
  • Calories: 250 kcal (per tart)

Keywords: Butter Tarts, Canadian Dessert, Pastry Tarts, Sweet Tarts, Classic Butter Tarts, Homemade Tarts