Description
Mrs. Welch’s butter tarts are a quintessential Canadian treat that combines a delicate, flaky crust with a rich, gooey filling. These delightful bites offer the perfect balance of sweetness and buttery flavor, making them ideal for sharing at gatherings or savoring during quiet moments at home. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, these tarts will quickly become a beloved favorite among friends and family.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add cold water until the dough forms; chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut circles and fit them into muffin tins.
- In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the filling into each pastry shell until three-quarters full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 50mg