Canadian Butter Tarts
Canadian Butter Tarts are a classic Canadian dessert featuring a flaky pastry crust filled with a rich, gooey mixture of butter, sugar, and eggs. These delightful tarts, often enhanced with raisins or pecans, provide a perfect blend of sweetness and nostalgia. Ideal for any occasion, they are sure to impress your family and friends. Follow this simple recipe to create these irresistible treats in your own kitchen!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Canadian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted cold butter, diced
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2–3 tbsp ice water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup unsalted melted butter
- Optional: 1/4 cup raisins or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water until the dough holds together. Wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Roll out chilled dough on a floured surface to about an eighth-inch thick. Cut into circles and press into greased muffin tins.
- In another bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth. Fold in raisins or pecans if desired.
- Spoon filling into each shell, leaving space at the top for puffing during baking.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and bubbly. Cool for at least ten minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg