CURRANT TARTS
A holiday treat! Everyone who has ever tried these luscious currant and butter tarts asks for the recipe. My grandmother made dozens of them every Christmas. She called them "English Butter Tarts". It's a very old recipe she got from a neighbor who came from England. I am including her recipe for the pastry dough she used (contains lard, a no-no these days) but premade or your own pastry works just fine!
Provided by Gammy3
Categories Tarts
Time 45m
Yield 12-15 tarts
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- To Make the Filling:.
- Wash the currants and drain them.
- Stir the sugar and butter together well. Mix in the egg and vanilla until well blended. Stir in the currants.
- To Make the Pastry:.
- Mix the flour and salt together.
- Cut the lard into the flour and salt until the consistency is like crumbs. Gradually add enough of the water to make the dough hold together, and form it into a ball.
- Roll out the dough and cut out with a round cookie cutter and fit into muffin tins (regular size, not mini).
- To Assemble & Bake:.
- Pre-heat oven to 375 degrees
- Put a large spoonful (about 2 tablespoons) of the filling into each unbaked tart shell.
- Bake @ 375 for 15 to 20 minutes, until bubbly and golden and crust is done. (Don't overbake - the filling should not be too brown or crispy.).
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martin miko
[email protected]These tarts are absolutely delicious! Thank you for sharing this recipe.
Ihtsham Ali Ali
[email protected]I love that these tarts can be made ahead of time. I often make them the night before and then just pop them in the oven before serving.
Erweenelbebe Elbebe
[email protected]These tarts are a great way to impress your guests. They're sure to be a hit at any party or gathering.
selahadin umer
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but I was able to make these tarts without any problems. The instructions are very clear.
Mamata Joshi
[email protected]I made these tarts for my friends and they raved about them. They said they were the best tarts they had ever tasted.
Md Rosul Islam
[email protected]These tarts are the perfect way to use up leftover currants. I always have a few extra berries after making jam or jelly.
dennis mutinda
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe! These tarts are a new family favorite.
Jeanne Woods
[email protected]These tarts are also great for breakfast or brunch. Just add a scoop of yogurt or ice cream on top.
Halloween Fanatics/TX
[email protected]I used a mix of red and black currants for my tarts. The different colors made for a beautiful presentation.
Teddy Spaghetti
[email protected]Be sure to use fresh currants for the best flavor. Frozen currants will work in a pinch, but they won't be as good.
sumagaysay channel
[email protected]I added a dollop of whipped cream to my tart and it was heavenly! This is a great dessert for any occasion.
paul biggs
[email protected]These tarts are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. The currant filling is perfectly complemented by the flaky crust.
GODvicinal penny
[email protected]I've made these tarts several times now, and they always turn out perfectly. They're a great way to use up fresh currants.
Mabinty S. Kamara
[email protected]These tarts are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. The end result is a beautiful and delicious dessert that will impress your guests.
Ondreah Williams
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of currants, but I really enjoyed these tarts. The filling was sweet and tangy, and the crust was perfectly flaky.
Sofia Shithigona
[email protected]These tarts are the perfect summer dessert. They're light and refreshing, and the currant filling is bursting with flavor.
SHAMIM AHMED RONY
[email protected]I made these tarts for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them. The crust was flaky and the filling was tart and sweet.
Dhiraj Singh
[email protected]My family loved these currant tarts! They were so easy to make and the filling was delicious. I will definitely be making these again.