Classic Butter Tart
Indulge in the rich and gooey decadence of a **Classic Butter Tart**, the quintessential Canadian treat that’s a must-have for dessert lovers. These buttery, flaky pastries are filled with a luscious mixture of brown sugar, golden syrup, and vanilla, creating a perfectly balanced sweet and gooey interior. Optional raisins add bursts of chewy sweetness, while the homemade pastry shell bakes to crisp, golden perfection. Quick to prepare in just under an hour, this recipe yields 12 irresistible tarts that are perfect for dessert, tea-time, or a special occasion. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these butter tarts promise a satisfying bite steeped in tradition and flavor. Ideal for fans of classic baked goods, this recipe is sure to become a treasured addition to your repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 170 grams Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 60 milliliters Cold water
- 160 grams Brown sugar
- 120 milliliters Golden syrup or corn syrup
- 2 large Eggs
- 30 grams Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 80 grams Raisins (optional)
Instructions
For the pastry, in a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Using a pastry cutter or fingertips, cut in 170 grams of cold unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until the dough comes together.
Form the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pastry dough to about 3 mm thickness.
Using a round cutter, cut circles from the rolled dough and fit them into a 12-cup muffin tin.
In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, syrup, and melted butter until smooth.
Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
If using, sprinkle raisins into each tart shell. Pour the sugar mixture over the raisins, filling each about two-thirds full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the pastry is golden brown.
Allow to cool in the tin for about 10 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Enjoy these butter tarts warm or at room temperature, perfect as a dessert or sweet snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3720 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 182.3 g | 234% | |
| Saturated Fat | 104.1 g | 520% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 814 mg | 271% | |
| Sodium | 2605 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 501.7 g | 182% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 301.1 g | ||
| Protein | 41.2 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 318 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1255 mg | 27% | |
*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.
