Canadian Northwest Territories Berry Tarts

Indulge in a taste of the Canadian wilderness with these delightful Canadian Northwest Territories Berry Tarts! Featuring a flaky, buttery homemade tart shell filled with a vibrant medley of fresh wild berries—such as blueberries, cloudberries, or Saskatoon berries—these tarts capture the essence of nature's bounty. A hint of honey and lemon juice elevates the fruit's natural sweetness while a sprinkle of powdered sugar offers the perfect finishing touch. Easy to prepare with a golden, bakery-quality crust, this recipe is ideal for showcasing seasonal berries in an elegant dessert. Serve these charming tarts at your next gathering for a sweet treat that celebrates the flavors of northern Canada. Perfect for berry lovers and home bakers looking for a rustic yet refined dessert option!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Cold water
• 2 cups Fresh wild berries (blueberries, cloudberries, or Saskatoon berries)
• 1 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.

Step 2

Cut the cold butter into small cubes and incorporate it into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers, until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Add the cold water one tablespoon at a time and gently mix until the dough comes together. Do not overmix.

Step 4

Shape the dough into a disk, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.

Step 5

While the dough chills, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.

Step 6

Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface until it is about 1/8-inch thick.

Step 7

Cut out circles slightly larger than the muffin tin cups using a cookie cutter or the edge of a glass.

Step 8

Gently press the dough circles into the muffin tin cups to form tart shells.

Step 9

In a medium bowl, combine the berries, lemon juice, cornstarch, and honey. Toss until the berries are evenly coated.

Step 10

Spoon the berry mixture evenly into the prepared tart shells.

Step 11

Whisk the egg in a small bowl and use it to lightly brush the edges of the tart shells for a golden finish.

Step 12

Bake the tarts in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the berry filling is bubbling.

Step 13

Remove the tarts from the oven and allow them to cool in the muffin tin for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 14

Sprinkle powdered sugar over the tarts for garnish before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(873.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1976.0

Total Fat 82.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 405.5mg	0%
Sodium 722.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 294.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 131.6g
Protein 28.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 96.5mg	0%
Iron 10.7mg	0%
Potassium 627.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 36.6%

Protein: 5.7%

Carbs: 57.8%