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Classic Canadian Butter Tarts


  • Author: Teprod
  • Total Time: 55 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 12 servings

Description

Classic Canadian Butter Tarts are a quintessential Canadian dessert that delights with their combination of a flaky pastry crust and a deliciously gooey filling. This recipe captures the essence of comfort baking, making these tarts perfect for holidays, gatherings, or simply to satisfy a sweet craving. Each bite delivers a rich, buttery sweetness that melts in your mouth, transporting you to cozy family moments. Plus, with simple ingredients and customizable options like chocolate chips or nuts, these tarts are both accessible and versatile for bakers of all skill levels. Serve them warm alongside freshly whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an indulgent experience that will impress everyone at your table.


Ingredients

  • All-Purpose Flour
  • Cold Unsalted Butter
  • Granulated Sugar
  • Brown Sugar
  • Eggs
  • Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pastry Dough: Mix flour and salt in a bowl; cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Chill for 30 minutes.
  2. Preheat Oven: Set oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease or line a muffin tin.
  3. Roll Out Dough: Roll chilled dough to 1/8 inch thick; cut circles to fit muffin cups and press into each cup.
  4. Make Filling: Whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and melted butter; optionally add raisins or nuts.
  5. Fill Tart Shells: Pour filling into shells until three-quarters full.
  6. Bake Tarts: Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden brown and centers jiggle slightly. Cool before serving.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Canadian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 75mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Use cold ingredients for maximum flakiness in the crust. Leave space at the top when filling to avoid overflow during baking. Experiment with additional fillings like chocolate chips or maple syrup for unique flavors.