Graham Crust Butter Tarts

Ingredients and Weight:

• Graham cracker crumbs: 1 cup
• Unsalted butter, melted: 1/4 cup
• Brown sugar: 1/2 cup
• Butter, softened: 1/2 cup
• White sugar: 1/4 cup
• Large eggs: 2
• Maple syrup: 1/4 cup

Preparation Time:

• 20 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 25-30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Combine graham cracker crumbs and melted butter in a small bowl. Press into the bottom of 8 greased tartlet pans.
3. In a medium bowl, cream together softened butter and white sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in maple syrup.
5. Pour filling into the graham cracker crusts and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
6. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 5g

Dish Characteristics:

• Flaky, buttery graham cracker crust
• Rich, sweet, and gooey maple filling
• Perfect for a dessert or snack
• Easily customizable with different flavors or toppings

User Comments:

• "These butter tarts are absolutely delicious! The graham cracker crust is the perfect complement to the sweet filling."
• "I love the way the maple syrup adds a unique twist to the classic butter tart recipe."
• "These tarts are so easy to make and bake up beautifully. They're a real crowd-pleaser."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Do not overbake the tarts, as the filling will become dry.
• If you don't have tartlet pans, you can use a regular pie plate. Just adjust the baking time accordingly.
• You can add chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or raisins to the filling for extra flavor.