Pecan Cranberry Butter Tarts

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup dried cranberries
• 1 (15-ounce) package refrigerated pie crust

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
2. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
3. Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, pecans, and cranberries. Slowly add cooled butter mixture, whisking until combined.
5. Roll out pie crust on a lightly floured surface. Cut 12 circles of dough using a 4-inch biscuit cutter. Place each circle of dough in a muffin tin cup.
6. Divide butter mixture among cups.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
8. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Pecan Cranberry Butter Tarts are a classic Canadian dessert.
• The earliest known recipe for butter tarts dates back to 1900.
• The dish has many regional variations such as raisins, walnuts, and even chocolate chips.
• The dish is often served with ice cream or whipped cream.