Classic Canadian Butter Tarts: A Sweet Indulgence You’ll Love
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Classic Canadian Butter Tarts are a delightful dessert that combines a flaky pastry with a rich, sweet filling.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 tarts
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Canadian
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2-3 tablespoons ice water
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raisins or pecans (optional)
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cold butter, sugar, and salt. Mix until crumbly.
- Add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, until the dough holds together.
- Roll out the dough and cut into circles to fit a muffin tin.
- In another bowl, mix brown sugar, corn syrup, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the filling into each pastry shell, adding raisins or pecans if desired.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the filling is set and the crust is golden.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- For best results, store tarts in an airtight container.
- These tarts can be frozen for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg