Classic Canadian Butter Tarts

By tschnet1

Ingredients

• 2-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
• 2-1/2 egg
• 1 tablespoon and 3/4 teaspoon butter
• 1-1/4 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons and 1-1/2 teaspoons hot water (use water from boiled raisins)
• 1-3/4 cups and 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts, optional
• 1-1/4 cups raisins (boil for approx 7-10 minutes)

Preparation

Step 1

Fill the bottom of each tart shell with about 10 raisins each.

Whisk together sugar, egg, butter, vanilla and hot water. Add coconut and walnuts. Pour mixture into tart shells, filling 2/3 full and no more.

Bake in 450 degrees F oven for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool before attempting to remove. Makes 12 tarts.