Canadian Butter Tarts (No Raisins)

unsalted butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option while margarine is often less expensive.

corn syrup

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Honey provides a natural sweetness, while maple syrup adds a unique flavor.

granulated sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed, and brown sugar is often more affordable.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: silken tofu

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative, while silken tofu can mimic the texture.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Prepare a tart shell by mixing flour, butter, and salt until crumbly.

Press the mixture into tart pans and chill for 30 minutes.

In a bowl, whisk together eggs, granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, and vanilla extract.

Add melted butter to the mixture and stir until combined.

Pour the filling into the prepared tart shells until just full.

Sprinkle raisins or pecans on top of the filling if desired.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until the filling is set and the edges are golden.

Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 10 minutes before serving.

Serve warm or at room temperature, optionally with whipped cream.

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