Ingredients
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- For the Pastry:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 4–6 tablespoons ice water
- For the Filling:
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup corn syrup
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
- ½ cup raisins or chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pastry:
- In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add ice water, stirring until dough forms. Wrap in plastic; chill for 1 hour.
- Roll and Cut Dough:
- Roll out dough on a floured surface to ⅛-inch thickness. Cut into rounds and press into muffin cups.
- Make the Filling:
- Mix brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and vinegar until smooth. Stir in raisins or pecans if using.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spoon filling into pastry shells. Bake for 18-22 minutes or until filling is set. Let cool before serving.
Notes
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- For a flakier crust, ensure your butter is very cold before incorporating it into the flour.
- Adding a teaspoon of vinegar to the filling prevents the tarts from becoming overly sweet and adds a subtle complexity to the flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
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- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: N/A
- Cholesterol: N/A
