Description
Mrs. Welch’s butter tarts are a beloved Canadian dessert that combines a flaky pastry shell with a rich, gooey filling of butter, sugar, and eggs. These delightful treats embody warmth and nostalgia, making them perfect for any gathering or solo indulgence. With their sweet aroma and melt-in-your-mouth texture, they transform ordinary moments into cherished memories.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or raisins (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 2. In a bowl, blend the flour and cold butter until crumbly. Gradually add cold water until the dough forms.
- 3. Roll out the dough and cut circles to fit tart pans.
- 4. In another bowl, whisk together sugar, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla until smooth. Stir in optional ingredients if desired.
- 5. Fill each pastry shell about three-quarters full with the filling.
- 6. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Canadian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg