Indulge in the sweet and gooey goodness of Sandra's homemade butter tarts. These delectable pastries are filled with a rich buttery filling that will melt in your mouth. Perfect for dessert or as a special treat anytime.
Ingredients
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup raisins or pecans
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 12 unbaked tart shells
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, raisins or pecans, and vinegar.
- Spoon the mixture into the unbaked tart shells, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the pastry is golden brown.
- Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Butter tarts are a classic Canadian dessert that originated in the early 1900s.
There are many variations of butter tarts, with some recipes including ingredients like maple syrup or coconut.