Real Canadian Butter Tarts

Indulge in the irresistible charm of Real Canadian Butter Tarts, a classic dessert that perfectly captures the sweet simplicity of Canadian baking. These buttery, flaky tarts are filled with a luscious, caramel-like blend of brown sugar, corn syrup, and melted butter, enhanced with vanilla and studded with plump raisins for a delightful chewy contrast. The homemade pastry, crafted with cold, cubed butter and chilled to perfection, delivers a crisp, golden crust that cradles the gooey filling. Whether you prefer them with a runny center or a firmer bite, these iconic treats are baked to suit your texture of choice. Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or an indulgent snack, these butter tarts are a must-try piece of Canadian culinary heritage.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 170 grams Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 4 tablespoons Ice water
• 150 grams Brown sugar (packed)
• 75 grams Corn syrup
• 40 grams Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 Eggs (large)
• 60 grams Raisins

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 2

Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, blend the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the ice water, mixing gently until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 4

Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin.

Step 6

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness.

Step 7

Using a round cutter (about 4 inches in diameter), cut out circles and gently press them into the muffin tin cups to form tart shells.

Step 8

In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and eggs until smooth.

Step 9

Divide the raisins evenly among the tart shells.

Step 10

Pour the filling mixture into each tart shell, filling them about two-thirds full. Do not overfill as the filling will bubble up while baking.

Step 11

Bake the tarts in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes for runnier filling or 15-20 minutes for firmer filling. The edges of the shells should be golden brown, and the filling should be bubbling.

Step 12

Allow the tarts to cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 13

Enjoy your Real Canadian Butter Tarts slightly warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	859.2 grams (859.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3462

Total Fat 178.10g	228%
Saturated Fat 109.70g	549%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 644mg	215%
Sodium 205mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate 444.30g	162%
Dietary Fiber 9.50g	34%
Total Sugars 243.90g
Protein 35.70g	71%

Vitamin D 40IU	200%
Calcium 275mg	21%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 1038mg	22%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.5%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 50.4%