This recipe combines the classic flavors of a butter tart into a convenient and portable slice. The rich caramel filling pairs perfectly with the buttery shortbread crust, making for a truly indulgent treat.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 2/3 cup corn syrup
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, cream together 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup softened butter, and 1/4 cup brown sugar. Press mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Bake crust in preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
- In a separate bowl, mix together 2/3 cup corn syrup, 1/3 cup brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Pour filling over the baked crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until set.
- Allow the butter tart slice to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.
Interesting Facts
Butter tarts are a quintessentially Canadian dessert, but this Americanized version offers a unique twist on the classic treat.
The combination of buttery shortbread crust and caramel filling makes this dessert irresistible to anyone with a sweet tooth.