How to Make Raisin Butter Tart Squares - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're like me, you have a deep appreciation for the comforting and rich flavors of classic butter tarts. And if you also happen to love the buttery, flaky crust that holds it all together, then you're going to absolutely adore these Raisin Butter Tart Squares. They take all the flavors and textures you love about traditional butter tarts and transform them into a delectable, easy-to-make treat that's perfect for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 cup hot water, or as needed
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ¼ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ⅓ cup butter, softened
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon heavy whipping cream
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Additional Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 1 9x9-inch pan

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Place raisins in a cup; pour in hot water to cover, and set aside to soak, about 5 minutes.
  • Place 1 1/2 cups flour in a large bowl; cut in 1/2 cup butter until crumbly. Stir 1/4 cup brown sugar into flour mixture; press mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven, leaving oven on.
  • Beat 1 cup brown sugar and 1/3 cup butter together until smooth; stir in egg, vanilla extract, and cream. Strain raisins; stir raisins and 1 tablespoon flour into butter mixture. Pour raisin mixture over crust.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is bubbly, about 20 minutes. Allow to cool before cutting into squares, about 30 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    228 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 38mg
    • Sodium: 79mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 22g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 112mg