Best Raisin Currant Butter Tarts

Ingredients and Weight

• 1 (15 ounce) package puff pastry, thawed
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup butter (1 stick), softened
• 1 large egg yolk
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/2 cup currants
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Preparation Time

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time

• 25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Unfold the puff pastry sheets and cut into 8 squares. Place the squares on the prepared baking sheet.
3. In a medium bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, egg yolk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Stir until well combined.
4. Stir in the raisins, currants, and walnuts (if using).
5. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling onto each pastry square.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
7. Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Cholesterol: 45mg
• Sodium: 70mg
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 15g
• Protein: 3g

Dish Characteristics

• Flaky, buttery pastry
• Sweet and tangy filling
• Perfect for a dessert or snack

User Comments

• "These butter tarts are the best I've ever had! The filling is perfect - not too sweet and not too tart."
• "I love the combination of raisins and currants. It gives the tarts a really unique flavor."
• "The walnuts add a nice crunch to the tarts. They're optional, but I highly recommend adding them."

Special Precautions and Tips

• If you don't have puff pastry, you can use pie crust instead.
• To make the filling ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients in a bowl and refrigerate for up to 2 days.
• If you want to make the tarts ahead of time, bake them for 20 minutes, then let cool completely. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.