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Canadian Butter Tart Squares

Canadian Butter Tart Squares are a delightful twist on the classic Canadian butter tart. These squares feature a buttery, flaky crust and a gooey, sweet filling. They are perfect for a dessert or a sweet snack, and they capture the essence of traditional butter tarts in a convenient, shareable form.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Canadian
Servings 4 People
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 8x8-inch baking pan
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 whisk
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 parchment paper

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • ½ cup corn syrup
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup walnuts or pecans, chopped optional
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line the baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour and granulated sugar. Add the softened butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  • Press the mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form an even layer. Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly golden.
  • While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. In another mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
  • If using, stir in the chopped nuts into the filling mixture.
  • Once the crust is out of the oven and still hot, pour the filling over it, spreading evenly.
  • Return to the oven and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and slightly bubbling.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  • Once cooled, lift the parchment paper to remove the squares from the pan.
  • Cut into 12 squares and serve.

Notes

For a twist, you can add chocolate chips to the filling or replace walnuts with chopped pecans.
Make sure to store any leftovers in an airtight container. They can be kept at room temperature for a few days or refrigerated for up to a week.