Description
Classic Canadian Butter Tarts are a delicious blend of flaky pastry and sweet buttery filling, perfect for any occasion. Indulge in these irresistible treats that will warm your heart and home.
Ingredients
- All-purpose flour
- Unsalted butter
- Brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs
- Vanilla extract
- Pecans or raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). In a bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in chilled butter until crumbly.
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/8 inch thick. Cut circles to fit tart tins.
- In another bowl, whisk brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
- Optional: Add chopped pecans or raisins into each tart shell before pouring in the filling.
- Pour filling into shells without overfilling and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before removing from tins and enjoy warm or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: - Chill pastry before rolling for better texture. - Experiment with different fillings like chocolate chips or coconut for unique flavors. - Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes.