Raisin Butter Tarts

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup light brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup raisins

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla extract and egg.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together baking powder, salt, and flour. Gradually add to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined.
4. Stir in the raisins.
5. Divide the dough among the muffin cups and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
6. Let cool before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Butter tarts were likely invented in Canada in the early 1900s.
• The traditional recipe is said to have originated in the province of Ontario.
• Raisins were not originally part of the recipe but were often added for texture and flavor.