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Maple Butter Tarts

Cultural Context

Maple Butter Tarts are a quintessential Canadian dessert, believed to have originated in Ontario in the late 19th century. Traditionally made with simple ingredients, they embody the spirit of Canadian home baking and are often served at holidays and family gatherings. Today, variations abound, with some incorporating nuts or chocolate, reflecting the dish's popularity beyond its regional roots.

CanadianCAdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2/3 cup melted butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup golden syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla
4 eggs
1 cup raisins
whole pecans
tart shells

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.

1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

2

In a mixing bowl, add 2/3 cup of melted butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, and 1 cup of golden syrup.

3

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and mix well.

4

Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla and 4 eggs, mixing until combined.

5

Add 1 cup of raisins and mix until evenly distributed.

6

Fill the tart shells with the mixture, ensuring each tart gets some raisins.

7

Top each tart with a whole pecan in the center.

8

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the filling rises and sets.

9

Let cool before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Butter TartsMaple Tarts

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