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Classic Butter Tarts

Classic Butter Tarts

Discover the ultimate guide to Classic Butter Tarts with a foolproof recipe for a flaky crust and gooey caramel filling perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 tarts
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls 1 large, 1 medium
  • Muffin tin 12-cup
  • Rolling pin
  • Pastry cutter or two forks
  • Whisk and measuring cups/spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt.
  2. Add the cold cubed butter and work it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Stir in the granulated sugar and egg yolk, adding water if necessary to form a dough.
  4. Roll the dough out to 1/8-inch thickness and cut into circles for the muffin tin.
  5. Press each dough circle into the muffin tin and prick the bottoms with a fork.
  6. In a medium bowl, mix the brown sugar, corn syrup, and melted butter until smooth.
  7. Stir in the flour, then add the egg and vanilla, mixing until fully incorporated.
  8. Spoon the filling into the tart shells, filling them 3/4 full.
  9. Bake in a preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the edges are set and the center jiggles slightly.
  10. Let the tarts cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For a flakier crust, ensure that the butter is cold and handle the dough as little as possible. These tarts can be made a few days in advance or frozen for up to 3 months. Consider variations like adding pecans or chocolate chips for a twist!
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