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Butter Tart[edit]

A classic butter tart with a flaky crust and gooey filling.

A butter tart is a type of small pastry tart highly regarded in Canadian cuisine. It consists of a filling made of butter, sugar, syrup, and egg, baked in a flaky pastry shell until the filling is semi-solid with a crunchy top. Butter tarts are considered one of Canada's quintessential desserts and are often associated with Ontario, where they are believed to have originated.

History[edit]

The origins of the butter tart can be traced back to the early Canadian settlers in the 19th century. The recipe is thought to have evolved from the sugar pie, a dessert popular in Quebec. The first known published recipe for butter tarts appeared in the Women's Auxiliary of the Royal Victoria Hospital Cookbook in Barrie, Ontario, in 1900.

Ingredients[edit]

The basic ingredients for a traditional butter tart include:

Optional ingredients that can be added to the filling include raisins, walnuts, or pecans. Some variations also include chocolate chips or coconut.

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of butter tarts involves creating a pastry dough, which is rolled out and cut into circles to line the cups of a muffin tin. The filling is made by creaming together butter and sugar, then adding syrup, eggs, and vanilla. This mixture is poured into the prepared pastry shells and baked until the filling is set but still slightly runny.

Variations[edit]

There are many regional and personal variations of the butter tart. Some prefer a runnier filling, while others like it more set. The addition of nuts or dried fruits is common, and some bakers experiment with different types of syrup or sugar to alter the flavor.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Butter tarts hold a special place in Canadian culture and are often featured in bake sales, fairs, and holiday celebrations. They are a staple in many Canadian households and are celebrated in events such as the annual Butter Tart Festival in Midland, Ontario.

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-'''Butter tart''' is a type of [[pastry]] that is considered a classic dessert in [[Canadian cuisine]]. It is a small, individual tart consisting of a filling of butter, sugar, and eggs in a pastry shell, often with the addition of [[raisins]] or [[pecans]]. The tart is baked until the filling is semi-solid with a crunchy top.
+== Butter Tart ==
+[[File:ButtertartS1360020.jpg|thumb|right|A classic butter tart with a flaky crust and gooey filling.]]
+A '''butter tart''' is a type of small pastry tart highly regarded in [[Canadian cuisine]]. It consists of a filling made of butter, sugar, syrup, and egg, baked in a flaky pastry shell until the filling is semi-solid with a crunchy top. Butter tarts are considered one of Canada's quintessential desserts and are often associated with [[Ontario]], where they are believed to have originated.
 == History ==
+The origins of the butter tart can be traced back to the early [[Canadian settlers]] in the 19th century. The recipe is thought to have evolved from the [[sugar pie]], a dessert popular in [[Quebec]]. The first known published recipe for butter tarts appeared in the [[Women's Auxiliary of the Royal Victoria Hospital]] Cookbook in [[Barrie, Ontario]], in 1900.
+== Ingredients ==
+The basic ingredients for a traditional butter tart include:
-The origins of the butter tart are linked to the [[pioneers]] of the Canadian nation in the 19th century. The earliest known recipe for the butter tart was found in a cookbook dated 1900, from [[Barrie]], [[Ontario]]. The recipe has evolved over time, with variations including the addition of maple syrup, walnuts, or other ingredients.
+* [[Butter]]
+* [[Brown sugar]] or [[granulated sugar]]
+* [[Corn syrup]] or [[maple syrup]]
+* [[Eggs]]
+* [[Vanilla extract]]
+* [[Pastry]] shell
+Optional ingredients that can be added to the filling include [[raisins]], [[walnuts]], or [[pecans]]. Some variations also include [[chocolate chips]] or [[coconut]].
 == Preparation ==
+The preparation of butter tarts involves creating a pastry dough, which is rolled out and cut into circles to line the cups of a muffin tin. The filling is made by creaming together butter and sugar, then adding syrup, eggs, and vanilla. This mixture is poured into the prepared pastry shells and baked until the filling is set but still slightly runny.
-The preparation of a butter tart involves making a pastry shell, usually from a mixture of flour, butter, and water. The filling is made by combining butter, sugar, and eggs, and sometimes additional ingredients such as raisins or pecans. The filling is poured into the pastry shell and the tart is baked until the filling is semi-solid.
 == Variations ==
+There are many regional and personal variations of the butter tart. Some prefer a runnier filling, while others like it more set. The addition of nuts or dried fruits is common, and some bakers experiment with different types of syrup or sugar to alter the flavor.
-There are many variations of the butter tart in Canadian cuisine. Some variations include the addition of maple syrup, which gives the tart a distinctively Canadian flavor. Other variations include the addition of walnuts, pecans, or other nuts. Some recipes also include vinegar or lemon juice to balance the sweetness of the tart.
+== Cultural Significance ==
+Butter tarts hold a special place in Canadian culture and are often featured in [[bake sales]], [[fairs]], and [[holiday celebrations]]. They are a staple in many Canadian households and are celebrated in events such as the annual Butter Tart Festival in [[Midland, Ontario]].
-== Cultural significance ==
-The butter tart is considered a quintessential part of Canadian cuisine and is often served at special occasions and holidays. It is also a popular item at bake sales and community events. In Ontario, there is an annual "Butter Tart Festival" where bakers from across the province compete to make the best butter tart.
-== See also ==
+== Related Pages ==
-* [[List of Canadian desserts]]
+* [[Canadian cuisine]]
-* [[List of pastries]]
+* [[Pastry]]
+* [[Dessert]]
+* [[Sugar pie]]
-[[Category:Canadian cuisine]]
+[[Category:Canadian desserts]]
-[[Category:Desserts]]
+[[Category:Tarts]]
-[[Category:Pastries]]
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