Indulge in the sweet and buttery goodness of Butter Tart Muffins. These delectable treats combine the flavors of classic butter tarts and muffins for a delightful dessert or snack. With a moist and tender crumb, gooey filling, and a hint of vanilla, these muffins are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Best of all, they are incredibly easy to make, requiring just a handful of ingredients and minimal preparation time. Try this recipe today and experience the heavenly combination of buttery tarts and fluffy muffins!
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raisins (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add the eggs to the butter-sugar mixture one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter-sugar mixture, alternating with the milk. Mix until just combined.
- If desired, fold in the raisins and chopped pecans.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about ¾ full.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a muffin comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool in the tin for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the muffins at room temperature or slightly warmed. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Butter tart muffins are a popular Canadian treat, especially in Ontario.
The traditional butter tart is a sweet pastry filled with a gooey mixture of butter, sugar, and eggs.
Adding raisins and chopped pecans to these muffins gives them a delightful texture and flavor.