Butter Tart Bars
Delightful dessert bars that combine a buttery, flaky base with a rich, gooey filling, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Dish
- Whisk
Ingredients
Crust Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter, melted and cooled
Filling Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Packed brown sugar
- 0.75 cup Maple syrup
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- Step 3: Add the melted and cooled unsalted butter to the flour mixture and stir until it forms a soft dough.
- Step 4: Press the dough evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Step 5: Bake the crust for 15-20 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Step 6: In a separate bowl, combine the packed brown sugar, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
- Step 7: If using nuts, fold them into the filling mixture.
- Step 8: Pour the filling over the pre-baked crust and spread evenly.
- Step 9: Bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until the filling is set and slightly jiggles in the center.
- Step 10: Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares or rectangles.
Notes
Ensure butter is cooled before mixing to prevent cooking the eggs. Let bars cool completely for clean cuts.