Name: Delicious and Sweet Butter Tarts Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 1 cup brown sugar; 1/2 cup corn syrup; 1/4 cup butter, melted; 1 egg; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 cup raisins or pecans (optional); 12 small tart shells

Delicious and Sweet Butter Tarts Recipe

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Get ready to experience the rich and sweet taste of Mrs. Welch's famous butter tarts. These delectable tarts are filled with a gooey buttery filling that melts in your mouth with every bite. Perfect for dessert or a sweet treat any time of day.

Ingredients

1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup corn syrup
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup raisins or pecans (optional)
12 small tart shells

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°F
In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
Stir in raisins or pecans if desired.
Fill tart shells with the butter mixture, about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the pastry is golden brown.
Remove from oven and let cool before serving. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Butter tarts are believed to have originated in Canada in the early 20th century and have since become a popular dessert in North America.

Mrs. Welch's butter tarts are known for their rich and gooey filling that is a favorite amongst tart lovers.

Butter tarts can be enjoyed warm or cold and are often topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.