Deliciously Irresistible Butter Tarts Recipe

This recipe for To Die For Butter Tarts will leave you craving for more. These buttery, flaky tarts with a gooey filling are a classic Canadian dessert that will impress your friends and family. Perfectly sweet and indulgent, these tarts are a delight to the taste buds. With a prep time of just 20 minutes, you can easily whip up a batch of these irresistible treats in no time. Whether you're hosting a party or simply craving something sweet, these To Die For Butter Tarts are the ultimate dessert indulgence.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup ice water
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup corn syrup
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg, lightly beaten

Directions

1. In a food processor, combine the flour, cold cubed butter, sugar, and salt. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
2. Add the ice water gradually while pulsing, until the dough begins to come together.
3. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead it gently a few times to form a smooth ball.
4. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
6. Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness.
7. Using a round cookie or biscuit cutter, cut out circles of dough and press them into a greased muffin tin.
8. Place a few raisins in each tart shell.
9. In a bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and beaten egg.
10. Pour the mixture evenly over the raisins in the tart shells.
11. Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
12. Remove from the oven and allow the tarts to cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes.
13. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

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