Classic Butter Tarts

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 1/4 cup corn syrup
• 2 tablespoons cream
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 1 package refrigerated pie crust
• 1/2 cup raisins or currants

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add brown sugar, corn syrup, cream, vanilla, and salt. Stir until sugar is dissolved and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat.
3. Beat eggs in a medium bowl. Gradually add hot syrup to eggs, stirring until blended. Set aside.
4. Unroll one pie crust into the bottom of an ungreased 9-inch pie plate. Sprinkle evenly with raisins or currants. Pour in syrup mixture.
5. Unroll the other pie crust and place on top. Pinch the edges together to seal. Cut a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
6. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Butter tarts are a Canadian classic and have been around since the early 1900s.
• They are a popular treat in the province of Ontario and can be found in many bakeries and restaurants.
• They are very sweet and can be served as a dessert or as a snack.