Butter Tarts Recipe

These Canadian butter tarts are rich, buttery, and oh-so-easy to make at home.

What Is a Butter Tart?

A butter tart (also known as tarte au beurre) is a classic Canadian pastry featuring a rich, egg-based filling. It often includes mix-ins like raisins or nuts for added texture and flavor.

Butter Tart Ingredients

• 30 (2-inch) unbaked tart shells
• 1 cups packed brown sugar
• cup butter
• 2 large eggs
• 2 cups raisins
• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Cooks Note:

• Liquid coffee creamer can be used instead of heavy cream.
• You can use any good pie pastry for the shells or opt for the frozen variety.

How to Make Butter Tarts

Heres a quick overview of the steps to make these delicious tarts:

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 325F (170C). Arrange the tart shells on a baking sheet.
2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the brown sugar, butter, and eggs using an electric mixer until the mixture becomes creamy.
3. Step 3: Stir in the raisins, walnuts, and heavy cream until everything is thoroughly combined.
4. Step 4: Spoon the filling into each tart shell, being careful not to fill them more than halfway.
5. Step 5: Bake the tarts in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and the filling is set.
6. Step 6: Let the tarts cool on a wire rack before serving.

How to Store Butter Tarts

Store your butter tarts in an airtight at room temperature for up to two days or refrigerate them for up to five days.

Can You Freeze Butter Tarts?

Yes! Butter tarts can be frozen for up to three months. When ready to enjoy, simply reheat them in the oven.

Community Tips and Praise

• Best tasting tarts, raves Maggie Gray. Love the crispy top they didnt bubble over. I added pecans and golden raisins, which made them extra yummy!
• I used Butter Pecan coffee creamer instead of cream, says Mason Miles Dixon. I also pre-baked my tart shells for 5 minutes before adding the filling. These tarts are hands down my favorite.
• I use Eagle Brand condensed milk instead of cream and add a little vanilla and almond extracts, according to Big Mac. Awesome!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrition Facts per Serving

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.