A quintessential Canadian dessert, these small pastries consist of a flaky shell filled with a sweet, gooey mixture of butter, sugar, syrup, and egg.
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
25 minutes
Total Time
45 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Skills Required
Baking
Ingredients & Nutrition
280 kcal
Calories
2g
Protein
14g
Fat
38g
Carbs
1g
Fiber
25g
Sugar
150mg
Sodium
- 12 Unbaked Tart Shells
- 1/2 cup, packed Brown Sugar
- 1/2 cup Corn Syrup
- 1/4 cup, melted Butter
- 1 Egg
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/2 cup (optional) Raisins or Pecans
Equipment Needed
- Muffin Tin
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
Let AI Suggest Variations
- Use maple syrup instead of corn syrup for a distinct flavor.
- Add shredded coconut to the filling.
- A splash of rum or whisky can be added to the filling for an adult version.
- The great Canadian debate: with or without raisins.
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Arrange tart shells in a muffin tin.
3. In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. If using, divide raisins or pecans among the tart shells.
5. Pour the filling mixture into the shells, filling them about two-thirds full.
6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the pastry is golden and the filling is bubbly and set.
7. Let cool in the tin for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.