Butter Tart Squares
Indulge in the rich, buttery decadence of Butter Tart Squares, a simplified twist on the classic Canadian dessert that delivers all the gooey, sweet goodness without the fuss of individual tarts. This recipe features a buttery shortbread crust topped with a luscious filling made from a blend of brown sugar, granulated sugar, melted butter, and a hint of vanilla. Optional add-ins like chopped pecans, walnuts, or raisins lend an irresistible textural contrast and nutty depth to the squares. With just 20 minutes of prep time and minimal ingredients, these treats are perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth or impressing guests at a gathering. Easy to make yet bursting with flavor, these Butter Tart Squares are a must-try dessert for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Corn syrup
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
- 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan. You can optionally line the pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
To make the crust, combine 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 0.5 cup of unsalted butter (softened), and 0.25 cup of brown sugar in a medium bowl. Mix until the ingredients come together to form a crumbly dough.
Press the crust mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan. Use the back of a spoon or your fingertips to ensure an even layer.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden. While the crust bakes, prepare the filling.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 large eggs, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 0.5 cup of brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of corn syrup, 0.25 cup of melted butter, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt until fully combined and smooth.
If using, fold in 0.5 cup of chopped pecans or walnuts and 0.5 cup of raisins to the filling mixture.
When the crust is ready, pour the filling evenly over the hot crust, spreading it gently with a spatula if needed.
Return the pan to the oven and bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the filling is set but still slightly wobbly in the center.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the Butter Tart Squares cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This can take up to 1 hour.
Once cooled, cut into 16 squares and serve. They can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3360 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 147.7 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.4 g | 327% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 625 mg | 208% | |
| Sodium | 822 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 507.4 g | 185% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 389.8 g | ||
| Protein | 33.9 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 287 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1317 mg | 28% | |
*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.
