Indulge in the sweet and buttery goodness of these delicious Graham Crust Butter Tarts. These tarts have a rich and gooey filling made with butter, brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla, all nestled in a crispy and buttery graham cracker crust. Perfect for dessert or tea-time, these tarts are a true Canadian classic that will leave you wanting more. Make a batch today and enjoy the irresistible flavors!
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raisins or pecans (optional)
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (for serving)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
- In a bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter, mixing until the crumbs are evenly coated. Press about a tablespoon of the crumb mixture into the bottom of each muffin cup, creating a firm base.
- In a separate bowl, mix together brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- If desired, add raisins or pecans to the mixture and stir gently.
- Spoon the filling mixture evenly into each of the prepared graham cracker crusts, filling each cup about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes.
- Gently remove the tarts from the muffin tin and place them on a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the Graham Crust Butter Tarts at room temperature, topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
