Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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18
servings
12 ounce

all-purpose flour

1.5 tsp

salt

1.5 tsp

sugar

1.5 tsp

lemon zest

4 drop

vanilla extract

9 ounce

butter

cold, cubed

4 ounce

eggs

4 tsp

water

ice cold

0.33 cup

butter

melted

1 cup

brown sugar

packed

2 tbsp

milk

1 unit

egg

beaten

2 cup

raisins

1 unit

vanilla bean

seeds scraped

Step 1
~3 min

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

Step 2
~3 min

Add lemon zest and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.

Step 3
~3 min

Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles pea-sized pieces.

Step 4
~3 min

Incorporate eggs and water into the dough until just combined.

Step 5
~3 min

Divide the dough into 18 equal portions.

Step 6
~3 min

Roll each portion into a circle.

Step 7
~3 min

Press each circle of dough into a tart pan.

Step 8
~3 min

To prepare the filling, melt butter, brown sugar, and milk in a saucepan.

Step 9
~3 min

Stir continuously until the sugar begins to dissolve.

Step 10
~3 min

Remove the saucepan from the heat.

Step 11
~3 min

Whisk in the egg and raisins.

Step 12
~3 min

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 13
~3 min

Bake the tart crusts for 12 minutes.

Step 14
~3 min

Divide the filling evenly among the partially baked tart crusts.

Step 15
~3 min

Bake until the filling is bubbly and golden brown, approximately 5 minutes.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use cold butter for a flakier crust.

Don't overbake the tarts to keep the filling soft.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

Medium

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The dough and filling can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream.

Pair with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vanilla ice cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Canada

Cultural Significance

A classic Canadian dessert.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Dessert

Popularity Score

70/100

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