How to Make Georgina's True English Butter Tarts - A Step-by-Step Guide

Butter tarts are a true Canadian classic, but did you know that their roots actually come from England? That's right, butter tarts have a long history that dates back to the 17th century, when English settlers brought their love of sweet pastries to the New World. And while there are many variations of this beloved treat, Georgina's True English Butter Tarts stay true to the original recipe, creating a rich, gooey filling encased in a flaky pastry shell.

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Ingredients

  • 24 (2 inch) unbaked tart shells
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup golden syrup
  • ½ cup butter, melted
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 2-inch tarts

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (205 degrees C). Place tart shells on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edge of crust is golden, about 10 minutes.
  • Lower oven temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Position a rack in the upper 1/3 of the oven.
  • Whisk brown sugar, golden syrup, butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl until smooth. Fill pastry shells with sugar mixture about 2/3-full.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling foams and is bubbly and golden, about 15 minutes. Remove pan and cool for a few minutes on a wire rack; serve warm or at room temperature.
  • Nutrition

    186 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 34mg
    • Sodium: 116mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 15mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 22mg