Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 (14-ounce) package of raisins
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the raisins.
- Drop the filling by spoonfuls into 24 mini tart shells (about 2 tablespoons per shell) or 6 individual tart shells (about 1/4 cup per shell).
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the tarts are set and the crusts are golden brown.
- Let cool before serving.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1 tart
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 2g
Dish Characteristics:
- Buttery, flaky pastry
- Sweet, gooey raisin filling
- Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack
User Comments:
- "These tarts are absolutely delicious! The crust is so flaky and the filling is so rich and flavorful."
- "I love how easy these tarts are to make. They're a lifesaver for busy weeknights."
- "I always double the recipe because they go so fast in our house."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have mini tart shells, you can use a 9-inch pie plate instead. Just increase the baking time to 50-60 minutes.
- For a crispier crust, brush the tarts with melted butter before baking.
- For a sweeter filling, add an extra 1/4 cup sugar.
