Butter Tarts | How to be Canadian, Eh?

maple syrup

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup offers a lower glycemic index, while corn syrup is more affordable.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and healthier, while margarine is often cheaper.

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index, while white sugar is less expensive.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: chocolate chips

Dried cranberries add a tart flavor, while chocolate chips are more affordable.

Preheat the oven to 425°F.

Prepare tart shells using homemade pie crust or frozen ones from the grocery store.

In a bowl, mix together brown sugar, maple syrup, softened butter, salt, vanilla, apple cider vinegar, and raisins.

Pour the filling into the tart shells.

Bake at 425°F for about 18 minutes until bubbling hot.

After baking, run a knife around the muffin tin to loosen the pastry.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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