Homemade Butter Tarts
Delightful homemade butter tarts filled with a sweet, gooey filling and cradled in a buttery, flaky crust, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Tarts
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup corn syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup raisins or pecans (optional) For optional mix-ins
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather your ingredients to streamline the process.
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and packed brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Mixing
- Stir in the corn syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Fold in optional mix-ins like raisins or chopped pecans if desired.
Dough Preparation
- In another bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Roll the dough out to about 1/4 inch thick and cut out circles for your muffin tin.
Assembling Tarts
- Fit each circle into the cups of your greased muffin tin.
- Spoon the buttery filling into each prepared shell, filling them about two-thirds full.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, or until filling is set and edges of crust are golden brown.
- Allow the tarts to cool for about 10 minutes in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack.
Notes
These tarts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to a week. To reheat, place in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.