Irresistible Butter Tarts

This crowd-pleasing take on classic butter tarts has all the sweet, sticky flavour you love, baked into buttery, easy-to-share squares.

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PREP15 min
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Cooking1 h
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Ready in1 h 15 min

Ingredients

Base

Filling

Garnish

Instructions

  1. Step
    Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Base

  1. Step
    In a food processor or stand mixer, mix the butter, sugars and flour until a crumbly dough forms.
  2. Step
    Press the mixture into the prepared pan. Prick all over with a fork. Chill in the freezer for 10 minutes.
  3. Step
    Bake the base for 15 minutes or until slightly puffed and lightly golden. Remove from oven and allow to cool.

Filling

  1. Step
    In a large bowl, beat the butter, brown sugar and flour until combined.
  2. Step
    Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until just incorporated. Stir in corn syrup, maple syrup, vinegar and salt.
  3. Step
    If using raisins, sprinkle them evenly over the cooled base. Pour the filling over the base.
  4. Step
    Bake for 35 - 40 minutes, or until the top is set and does not jiggle. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.

Garnish

  1. Step
    If desired, when serving, sift icing sugar on top of squares and add a dollop of whipped cream.

TIP:

To make ahead, freeze the base and refrigerate the filling for up to 2 days, then assemble and bake when ready to serve.