Name: Canadian Butter Tarts
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 18 tarts
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 18 unsweetened frozen tart shells*; 0.33 cup salted butter; 1.25 cups brown sugar; 2 eggs; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 tsp white vinegar; 0.75 cup raisins*

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Canadian Butter Tarts

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 375ºF.

Whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla, vinegar, and eggs in a medium bowl.

Place 18 frozen tart shells on a large baking sheet. Drop about 10 raisins into each tart shell and then distribute the filling mixture evenly on top throughout all 18 tart shells.

Bake the butter tarts in the preheated oven for 20-23 minutes or until the edges of the tart shell are golden brown and the filling has puffed up.

Let cool slightly or to room temperature before serving. Enjoy!

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Prevent Soggy Bottoms with Pre-Baking 🥧
Bake the empty tart shells at 375°F for 5-7 minutes before filling to create a moisture barrier and ensure a crispy, golden crust that won't get soggy from the filling.
Control Your Fill Level Precisely 🎯
Fill tart shells only 3/4 full, as the butter tart filling will puff and rise during baking—overfilled tarts will overflow and create a mess in your oven.
Achieve Perfectly Caramelized Tops ✨
Watch for the filling to develop a light golden-brown top with slight ripples (about 12-14 minutes at 350°F), which signals the ideal sweet-savory caramelization without burning the butter.
Soak Raisins for Enhanced Texture 🍇
Plump your raisins by soaking them in warm vanilla extract or a touch of bourbon for 15 minutes before adding to the filling—this adds moisture, texture, and intensifies their flavor.
Cool Completely Before Serving 🧊
Allow baked tarts to cool in the pan for at least 10 minutes before removing, as the filling firms up and becomes easier to slice cleanly; serving warm (not hot) provides the best texture contrast.