Indulge in the comforting sweetness of Butter Tart Muffins, a delightful twist on the classic Canadian dessert! These golden, tender muffins are packed with the rich flavors of brown sugar, melted butter, and a hint of vanilla, perfectly balanced by the chewy texture of plump raisins and the optional crunch of chopped pecans. Ready in just over 30 minutes, these easy-to-make treats offer the familiar buttery, caramelized essence of butter tarts in a convenient muffin form. Serve them warm for a cozy breakfast, mid-afternoon snack, or dessert that’ll please everyone at the table. Whether you’re a butter tart enthusiast or simply looking for the ultimate baked treat, these muffins are guaranteed to impress!
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a standard 12-cup muffin tin with paper liners or grease well with baking spray.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the melted butter and brown sugar until smooth and creamy.
Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
Gently fold in the raisins and chopped pecans, if using.
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
Remove the muffins from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.
Serving size | 875.8 grams (875.8g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 3130 |
Total Fat 150.10g | 192% |
Saturated Fat 69.30g | 347% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g | |
Cholesterol 641mg | 214% |
Sodium 2215mg | 96% |
Total Carbohydrate 418.60g | 152% |
Dietary Fiber 14.50g | 52% |
Total Sugars 255.50g | |
Protein 45.10g | 90% |
Vitamin D 136IU | 678% |
Calcium 514mg | 40% |
Iron 14mg | 80% |
Potassium 1649mg | 35% |
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