Print

Butter Tarts – Easy Canadian Dessert Recipe

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Butter Tarts are a beloved Canadian dessert featuring a flaky pastry shell filled with a gooey, buttery caramel center. Made with brown sugar, corn syrup, and melted butter, these tarts are rich, simple, and irresistibly nostalgic. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or everyday treats, this easy recipe captures the classic sweet and slightly runny filling that Canadians love.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1/3 cup dark corn syrup
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup raisins (soaked and drained)
  • 24 frozen tart shells, defrosted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and place tart shells on a rimmed baking sheet.
  2. In a large bowl, combine dark corn syrup, melted butter, and brown sugar. Mix until smooth.
  3. Add beaten eggs, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Stir well to combine.
  4. Fold in chopped pecans and raisins.
  5. Spoon filling into tart shells, leaving about 1/4 inch of space at the top.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the tops are golden and the filling is bubbling.
  7. Remove from oven and cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. Serve warm for a gooey center or at room temperature for a firmer texture.

Notes

  • Use dark corn syrup for deeper caramel flavor; substitute with maple syrup for a twist.
  • For plump raisins, soak them in hot water for 5 minutes before adding to the filling.
  • Adjust bake time for desired consistency — 12 minutes for runny centers, 15 minutes for firm.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheat frozen tarts at 300°F (150°C) for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://recipeeasily.com/butter-tarts/