Sonrisa’s Butter Tart Squares

Butter tarts are a classic Canadian dessert, believed to have originated in Ontario. They are known for their rich and gooey filling, typically made with butter, sugar, and eggs.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Sonrisa’s Butter Tart Squares

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Canadian Courses: Baking, Dessert Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 30 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 4200

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 250 gram Shortcrust Pastry
• 150 gram Butter
• 200 gram Brown Sugar
• 2 unit Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 150 gram All-Purpose Flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking Powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 100 gram Pecans
• 100 gram Raisins

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shortcrust pastry, all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until well combined.
6. Fold in the pecans and raisins.
7. Press the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven and let it cool for 1 hour.
10. Cut into squares and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 20g31%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 25g

Protein 3g6%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.