Gooey Butter Tarts
Indulge in the rich, nostalgic flavors of Gooey Butter Tarts, a beloved Canadian classic that brings the perfect balance of flaky pastry and luscious caramelized filling to life. Crafted with a buttery homemade crust, these tarts are filled with a sumptuous mixture of brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, and eggs, creating a melt-in-your-mouth experience with every bite. Optional additions like raisins or chopped pecans add delightful texture and flavor twists. Whether served at room temperature or slightly warmed, these decadent tarts are ideal for dessert tables, holiday gatherings, or a sweet afternoon treat. With a quick bake time of just 20 minutes, these golden-brown gems are a deliciously simple indulgence you'll want to make again and again. Perfect for dessert enthusiasts searching for gooey treats or traditional butter tart recipes, this is a must-try for lovers of buttery, sweet perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 1 cup Brown sugar (packed)
- 0.5 cup Corn syrup
- 0.33 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Raisins (optional)
- 0.5 cup Pecans (chopped, optional)
Instructions
Prepare the pastry: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough comes together. Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a 4-inch round cutter to cut out circles. Press each circle into the muffin tin cups to form a tart shell. Re-roll scraps as needed.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
If using raisins or chopped pecans, divide them evenly among the tart shells.
Pour the filling mixture into the prepared tart shells, filling each about 3/4 full. Be careful not to overfill, as the filling will bubble up during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbling and just set.
Allow the tarts to cool in the muffin tin for 10 minutes before carefully removing them and transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve at room temperature or slightly warmed. Enjoy the gooey, buttery perfection of these traditional butter tarts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5513 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 308.5 g | 396% | |
| Saturated Fat | 169.0 g | 845% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1059 mg | 353% | |
| Sodium | 964 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 661.9 g | 241% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 407.4 g | ||
| Protein | 55.1 g | 110% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 476 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 20.5 mg | 114% | |
| Potassium | 1724 mg | 37% | |
*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.
