Classic Canadian Butter Tarts with Raisins and Walnuts
Experience a taste of Canada with these delightful Butter Tarts! Rich, buttery, and sweet, these tarts feature a luscious filling made from eggs, brown sugar, and light cream, complemented by the added textures of raisins and chopped walnuts. Perfectly baked in flaky shortcrust pastry, they make for a cherished treat, whether enjoyed warm or cold. Great for parties, potlucks, or an indulgent dessert at home, you'll find them hard to resist! Follow this recipe to create your own batch of these beloved Canadian classics.
20
Servings
105
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Shortcrust pastry
13 ounces (ready rolled)
Large eggs
2 (beaten)
Brown sugar
6 ounces
Raisins
3.5 ounces
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon
Butter
1.5 ounces (room temperature)
Light cream
4 tablespoons
Walnuts
1.5 ounces (chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the shortcrust pastry until it is slightly thinner than when it comes pre-rolled.
3
Using a 3-inch fluted cutter, cut out 18-20 rounds from the pastry, rerolling any trimmings as necessary.
4
Press the pastry rounds into the holes of two deep 12-hole tart tins, ensuring they are lined well. If using a standard 12-hole tin, you may create a few extra shallower tarts.
5
In a large bowl, beat the eggs and then combine them with brown sugar, raisins, vanilla extract, butter, and light cream.
6
Transfer this mixture to a saucepan over medium heat, stirring continuously for 3-4 minutes. The filling should bubble and thicken, enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon. Be careful not to overcook or scorch the mixture.
7
Once thickened, remove from heat and gently fold in the chopped walnuts.
8
Spoon the filling evenly into each unbaked tart shell, ensuring the filling is level with the pastry edge.
9
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the tarts are set and a light golden brown.
10
Allow the tarts to cool in their tins for a few minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11
Serve the tarts warm or cold, and enjoy!
Nutrition Information
4.5
Fat
15
Carbs
1.5
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Classic Canadian Butter Tarts?
They are rich, buttery, and sweet tarts featuring a filling of eggs, brown sugar, and light cream, with added raisins and walnuts.
How many calories are in one butter tart?
Each serving contains approximately 105 calories.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 20 servings.
What type of pastry is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for 13 ounces of ready-rolled shortcrust pastry.
How long do the tarts need to bake?
Bake the tarts for 15-18 minutes until they are set and light golden brown.
What size should the pastry rounds be cut?
Use a 3-inch fluted cutter to cut out the pastry rounds from the rolled dough.
Do I need to cook the filling on the stove before baking?
Yes, stir the filling over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until it bubbles and thickens.
How do I know the filling is thick enough on the stove?
The filling is ready when it is thick enough to coat the back of a wooden spoon.
What kind of nuts are used in this butter tart recipe?
The recipe uses 1.5 ounces of chopped walnuts.
How much brown sugar is required for the filling?
You will need 6 ounces of brown sugar for the tart filling.
What amount of butter is used in the tart mixture?
The recipe uses 1.5 ounces of room temperature butter.
How many eggs are needed for the tart filling?
The recipe requires 2 large beaten eggs.
What type of cream is used for these Canadian tarts?
The recipe uses 4 tablespoons of light cream.
When should I add the walnuts to the mixture?
Gently fold in the chopped walnuts after the filling has been thickened on the stove and removed from the heat.
Should I serve the butter tarts warm or cold?
These tarts can be enjoyed either warm or cold according to your preference.
How much fat is in one tart serving?
Each tart contains 4.5 grams of fat.
How much protein is in each butter tart?
There are 1.5 grams of protein per serving.
What are the carbohydrates per serving for these tarts?
Each tart has 15 grams of carbohydrates.
Is vanilla extract included in the butter tart recipe?
Yes, use 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract in the filling mixture.
Can I reroll the pastry trimmings to make more rounds?
Yes, you can reroll any trimmings as necessary to get the 18-20 rounds needed.
How long should the tarts cool in the baking tin?
Allow them to cool in their tins for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
What type of cutter design is recommended?
A 3-inch fluted cutter is recommended for the pastry rounds.
What is the total time category for this recipe?
The recipe is categorized as taking less than 60 minutes.
How many raisins are used in the filling?
The recipe uses 3.5 ounces of raisins.
Should the pastry be rolled thinner than its pre-packaged state?
Yes, roll it out until it is slightly thinner than when it comes pre-rolled.
What should I do if I only have a standard 12-hole tin?
You may need to create a few extra shallower tarts if using a standard tin instead of deep tins.
What is the primary flavor profile of these Canadian tarts?
The profile is rich, buttery, and sweet with textures from raisins and walnuts.
Is this recipe suitable for large gatherings?
Yes, these tarts are great for parties, potlucks, or as a treat at home.
What are the searchable tags for this recipe?
Tags include Canadian, dessert, butter tart, easy recipe, baking, sweet treats, raisins, and walnuts.