Indulge in the sweet and buttery goodness of Billy Boy's Butter Tart Slice

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Indulge in the sweet and buttery goodness of Billy Boy's Butter Tart Slice
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 30, 2024

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

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x9 inch baking dish.
  2. 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.
  3. Bake crust in preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.
  4. 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.
  5. Pour filling over the baked crust and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes, or until set.
  6. 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.