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Canadian Butter Tarts

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Canadian Butter Tarts are a delightful treat with a gooey, sweet filling and a flaky crust. They’re perfect for cozy gatherings or a simple indulgence at home.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 tarts 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup salted butter, cold and cubed
  • ¼ cup cold shortening, cubed
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • Ice water, as needed
  • â…” cup light brown sugar, packed
  • â…“ cup light corn syrup
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 egg yolk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • â…“ cup melted salted butter
  • ¼ cup golden raisins
  • ¼ cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  • Combine flour, brown sugar, and salt in a bowl.
  • Cut in butter and shortening until crumbly.
  • Mix in apple cider vinegar and ice water until dough forms.
  • Chill the dough for at least 15 minutes.
  • Mix filling ingredients until well combined.
  • Roll out chilled dough and cut into circles.
  • Press rounds into tart pan cavities.
  • Add raisins and pecans, then fill with prepared filling.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F and bake tarts for about 15 minutes.
  • Cool before removing from the pan.

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Notes

Ensure butter and shortening are cold for the best texture.
Leave space for filling to prevent overflow during baking.
Use gluten-free flour as a substitute for all-purpose flour.

  • Author: dani
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Canadian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg