Ingredients
Method
Step 1: Make the Pastry Crust
- In a bowl, combine the flour and salt.
- Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add ice water, 1 tbsp at a time, until the dough comes together.
- Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Step 2: Prepare the Tart Shells
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into circles to fit a muffin tin.
- Press the dough circles into the muffin tin and set aside.
Step 3: Make the Filling
- For Raisin Tarts: Whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg, vanilla, and salt until smooth. Stir in raisins.
- For Maple Pecan Tarts: Whisk together brown sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, egg, vanilla, and salt. Stir in chopped pecans.
Step 4: Assemble the Tarts
- Divide the filling evenly among the pastry shells, filling each about ¾ full (to prevent overflow).
Step 5: Bake and Cool
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the pastry is golden brown.
- Let the tarts cool in the tin for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.