Canadian Butter Tarts

Canadian Butter Tarts

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Elizabeth Wales

25 Jan 2026

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Cook

15 mins

Serves

12 People

Calories

350 calories

Indulge in the sweet, gooey goodness of Canadian Butter Tarts, where a rich filling of brown sugar and butter meets a flaky crust. Perfect for a cozy dessert or a delightful treat at your next gathering.

1

Pastry

What you need

  • 1.5 cups cake or all purpose flour
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup cold butter
  • 3 to 4 tbsp ice water

Method

  1. 1

    Mix flour and salt. Rub in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water gradually until dough just comes together. Form into a disc, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.

2

Filling

What you need

  • 0.5 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tbsp white vinegar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5 cup raisins

Method

  1. 1

    Whisk melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Beat in eggs, vinegar, vanilla, and salt. Stir in raisins if using.

Assembly

  1. 1

    Roll out dough on a floured surface. Cut 10 to 12 cm circles and press into a greased muffin tin.

  2. 2

    Fill each tart shell about two thirds full. Bake at 200°C for 12 to 15 minutes until filling is bubbling and pastry is golden.

  3. 3

    Let tarts cool slightly before removing. The centers should be soft and sticky.

Notes

For firmer centers, bake 2 minutes longer. Some Canadians swear by adding chopped walnuts instead of raisins. Best enjoyed slightly warm with a cup of tea or coffee.

Nutrition per serving

350kcal
Calories

Fat

20g

Carbs

40g

Protein

3g

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