Indulge in the delectable symphony of flavors with our collection of maple butter tarts recipes. This iconic Canadian treat is a harmonious blend of buttery pastry crust and a velvety filling made from maple syrup, brown sugar, butter, and eggs. Embark on a culinary journey to discover the perfect recipe that suits your taste buds. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or a contemporary twist, our carefully curated selection offers a range of options to satisfy every palate. Prepare to delight your taste buds with the sweet and comforting taste of maple butter tarts, a delightful treat that embodies the essence of Canadian cuisine.
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MAPLE BUTTER TARTS
These are a big hit every time I make them. They are an addition to a basket donated at a local fundraiser full of maple products. Sweet with a smooth flavor, they pair well with your favorite vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!
Provided by Inez Quinn
Categories Desserts Pies Tarts Butter Tart Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Place tart shells on a baking sheet; sprinkle raisins evenly into the bottom of tart shells.
- Beat brown sugar and butter together in a bowl until smooth; whisk in eggs, maple syrup, flour, vanilla extract, and salt. Fill each tart shell 3/4 full with maple syrup mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven until filling is set and shells are golden, about 16 minutes. Turn the baking sheet halfway through the baking time for even baking.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.3 calories, Carbohydrate 40.7 g, Cholesterol 31.2 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 133 mg, Sugar 23.8 g
CANADIAN MAPLE BUTTER TARTS
I grew up near several large producing maple sugar bushes in Canada and maple syrup was in many things my mother made. Butter tarts are a traditional Canadian treat, these include real maple syrup.
Provided by curly top
Categories Tarts
Time 35m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Roll out pastry and cut into 12 circles.
- Fit pastrys into muffin or tart cups.
- Sprinkle raisins and or walnuts in the bottom of each tart.
- Beat together eggs, maple syrup, brown sugar, butter and salt.
- Pour into tart shells, about 2/3 full.
- Bake at 375 F for 20-25 minutes, until set.
- Cool 5 minutes and remove from pan.
- In some places you can find pre made tart shells in the freezer section along side pie shells.
MAPLE BUTTER TARTS
These individual tarts are so scrumptious and syrupy that I often double the recipe so I have enough for guests to take home. They're a little slice of heaven alongside a cup of coffee.-Lorraine Caland, Thunder Bay, Ontario
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 8 tarts.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut each pastry sheet into quarters; roll each quarter into a 6-in. circle. Transfer pastry to eight ungreased 4-in. fluted tart pans with removable bottoms. Trim pastry even with edges. Place on baking sheets. Bake at 450° for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on wire racks. Reduce heat to 350°., Place raisins in a large bowl. Cover with boiling water; let stand for 5 minutes. Drain. In another bowl, beat the brown sugar, eggs, butter, syrup and flavoring; stir in raisins. Divide filling among tart shells., Bake for 16-20 minutes or until centers are just set (mixture will jiggle). Cool on a wire rack. Serve with ice cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 656 calories, Fat 27g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 326mg sodium, Carbohydrate 101g carbohydrate (71g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
MAPLE BUTTER TARTS WITH RAISINS
This was the recipe I used for making my perfect butter tart. The maple syrup adds a little something different and it is not a runny tart. This is a good recipe because I don't like runny butter tarts, and this set up perfect.
Provided by SheWolf
Categories Desserts Pies Tarts Butter Tart Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Sprinkle raisins into the bottom of each tart shell.
- Beat egg, maple syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, and salt together in a bowl until smooth; pour into tart shells to about 2/3 full.
- Bake in preheated oven until set, 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.5 calories, Carbohydrate 47.5 g, Cholesterol 25.9 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 141.4 mg, Sugar 29.9 g
MAPLE BUTTER TARTS
Make your own delectable custard tarts instead of buying them. We've subbed in the very Canadian ingredient maple syrup for the more common corn syrup. Plus, we've included variations on the classic, with chocolate and pecans instead of raisins.
Provided by oilpatchjo
Categories Dessert
Time 2h25m
Yield 12 buttertarts, 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Sour Cream Pastry:.
- In bowl, whisk flour with salt. Using pastry blender, cut in butter and lard until in fine crumbs with a few larger pieces. Whisk water with sour cream; drizzle over flour mixture, tossing briskly with fork and adding more water if necessary to form ragged dough.
- Press into disc; wrap and refrigerate until chilled, about 30 minutes. (Make-ahead: Refrigerate for up to 3 days.).
- On lightly floured surface, roll out pastry to generous 1/8-inch (3 mm) thickness. Using 4-inch (10 cm) round cutter, cut out 12 circles, re rolling and cutting scraps. Fit into 12 muffin cups; refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, whisk together brown sugar, maple syrup, butter, eggs, vinegar and salt. Divide walnuts, currants and raisins among pastry shells. Spoon scant 1/4 cup filling into each shell.
- Bake in 350 º F (180 º C) oven until filling is set and pastry is golden, 20 to 25 minutes. Run thin knife around edges to release tarts. Let cool in pan on rack for 20 minutes. Transfer to rack; let cool completely. (Make-ahead: Store in single layer in airtight container at room temperature for up to 24 hours.).
- Additional information :
- Maple Chocolate Butter Tarts:.
- Replace currants and raisins with 1/2 cup chopped bittersweet chocolate or semisweet chocolate chips.
- Maple Pecan Butter Tarts:.
- Omit walnuts and currants. Add 1/2 cup chopped pecans.
- Nut-Free Raisin-Free Maple Butter Tarts:.
- Omit walnuts, currants and raisins.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.6, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 8.1, Cholesterol 59.5, Sodium 243.5, Carbohydrate 37.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 25.3, Protein 3.5
MAPLE BUTTER TARTS
Butter tarts are about as Canadian as can be and are fantastically good. This tarts remind me of summer vacations in Canada and my sweet cousin Jenny who married a Canadian 30+ years ago.
Provided by Marsha Gardner
Categories Other Desserts
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Roll the pastry out to 1/8 inch thick and cut out 12 4-5 inch circles. Press the circles of dough into a muffin baking pan. Chill the muffin pan in the fridge for 45-60 minutes.
- 2. Mix the brown sugar, maple syrup, butter,vanilla extract, salt, walnuts and raisins in a bowl. Pour the mixture into the tarts.
- 3. Bake in a preheated 350-degree oven and bake until set, about 15-25 minutes.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use dark maple syrup instead of light maple syrup. - If you don't have any corn syrup, you can use honey or agave nectar instead. - To make your butter tarts extra creamy, use heavy cream instead of milk. - If you want a crispy crust, brush the edges of the pastry with egg wash before baking. - For a fun twist, try adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg to the filling. - If you don't have any muffin tins, you can also bake your butter tarts in a 9-inch pie plate. - Be sure to let your butter tarts cool completely before serving. This will help them set and prevent the filling from running out.Conclusion:
Maple butter tarts are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their sweet and gooey filling and flaky crust, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give maple butter tarts a try. You won't be disappointed!
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