Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of chai with these delectable butter tarts. The flaky pastry crust holds a rich, gooey filling infused with aromatic chai spices. Perfect for a cozy dessert or special occasion treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 package pre-made tart shells
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F
- In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, pecans, melted butter, eggs, raisins, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and all the spices
- Place the tart shells on a baking sheet
- Spoon the filling into the tart shells, filling each almost to the top
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown
- Let the tarts cool before serving, enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Butter tarts are a classic Canadian dessert, but this chai-infused version adds a unique twist to the traditional recipe
The warm spices in chai – cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, cloves, and nutmeg – create a cozy and comforting flavor profile in these tarts
These chai butter tarts are perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy nights in by the fire