Humble Pie Bakery's Infamous Butter Tarts

Indulge in the buttery, gooey decadence of **Humble Pie Bakery’s Infamous Butter Tarts**, a classic Canadian treat that’s utterly irresistible. These homemade butter tarts feature a flaky, golden pastry shell enveloping a rich, caramelized filling made from brown sugar, corn syrup, and melted butter, with a touch of vanilla and vinegar for balance. Whether you prefer them plain or loaded with raisins or chopped pecans, these tarts deliver the perfect combination of textures—crispy edges, soft centers, and a luscious, slightly sticky filling. Easy to make in just under an hour, these crowd-pleasers are the ideal dessert for holidays, family gatherings, or as an indulgent everyday treat. Serve them straight from the oven or, for a luxurious twist, pair with a dollop of whipped cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce. With their unbeatable flavor and nostalgic charm, these butter tarts are bound to become a staple in your baking repertoire.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.33 cup Ice water
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Corn syrup
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter (melted)
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon White vinegar
• 0.5 cup Raisins or chopped pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C) and prepare a 12-cup muffin tin by greasing it lightly with butter or non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour and salt for the pastry. Add the cold, cubed butter, and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Gradually add the ice water, a tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough begins to come together. Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 4

On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a 4-inch round cookie cutter or cup to cut out 12 circles. Gently press each circle into the prepared muffin tin, creating little tart shells. Refrigerate while you prepare the filling.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and vinegar until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

If using raisins or chopped pecans, divide them evenly among the tart shells.

Step 7

Pour the filling into each tart shell, filling them about 2/3 full to avoid overflow during baking.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tart filling is bubbling and the pastry edges are golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the tarts from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes. Carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Step 10

Enjoy your Humble Pie Bakery's Infamous Butter Tarts as they are or with a dollop of whipped cream for an extra treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1172.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4616.9

Total Fat 253.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 155.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1017.8mg	0%
Sodium 1513.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 558.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.1g	0%
Total Sugars 312.6g
Protein 48.5g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 341.4mg	0%
Iron 18.4mg	0%
Potassium 1328.3mg	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: 48.4%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 47.5%