World Flavors Cookbook

Traditional Butter Tarts

Name: Traditional Butter Tarts
Cook time: 15 min
Cuisine: Canada
Ingredients: 12 unbaked tart shells (homemade or store-bought); 1/2 cup raisins (optional); 1/4 cup softened butter; 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed; 1/2 cup corn syrup; 1 large egg; 1 tsp vanilla extract; Pinch of salt

A quintessentially Canadian sweet treat consisting of a flaky pastry shell filled with a gooey, buttery, caramel-like center.

Cuisine: Canada

Ingredients

12 unbaked tart shells (homemade or store-bought)
1/2 cup raisins (optional)
1/4 cup softened butter
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup corn syrup
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place tart shells on a baking sheet. If using raisins, divide them among the shells. In a bowl, whisk together butter, sugar, corn syrup, egg, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Fill shells about 3/4 full with the mixture. Bake for 15-20 minutes until filling is bubbling and pastry is golden. Allow to cool completely in the pan to set.