Air Fryer Butter Tarts

Are you looking for a unique twist on the classic Canadian dessert, butter tarts? Look no further than this Air Fryer Butter Tarts recipe! By using an air fryer, the tart shells get perfectly crisp while the filling stays gooey and delicious.

These butter tarts are made using the air fryer, resulting in a flaky crust and gooey filling. The air fryer helps to evenly cook the tarts without having to constantly flip them like in traditional baking methods. These tarts can be filled with your choice of raisins, nuts, or even chocolate chips for added

What is a butter tart?

Are you looking for a unique twist on the classic Canadian dessert, butter tarts? Look no further than this Air Fryer Butter Tart recipe! By using an air fryer, the tart shells get perfectly crisp while the filling stays gooey and delicious.

Butter tarts are a classic Canadian dessert, made with a pastry crust and filled with a gooey mixture of butter, sugar, and eggs. They can also include raisins or other mix-ins, but purists argue that the true essence of a butter tart lies in its simplicity.

The origin of the butter tart is debated, with some claiming it was brought to Canada by United Empire Loyalists in the 1700s, while others claim it originated in France or Scotland.

Despite their simplicity, butter tarts have sparked fierce debate and even competition among bakers. In 2014, Ontario held its first-ever Great Canadian Butter Tart Tour, where bakeries competed for the title of Best Butter Tart.

Whether enjoyed warm or cold, with or without mix-ins, the butter tart remains a beloved Canadian treat. So next time you’re in Canada, be sure to give this classic dessert a try. You won’t be disappointed.

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Butter Tarts

Here are the simple ingredients, you will need:

• Pie Crust: Use refrigerated pre-made pie crust or homemade pie crust.
• Egg: Use a large room-temperature egg
• Light Corn Syrup: Or use golden corn syrup
• Brown Sugar: Use light brown sugar
• Butter: Use unsalted, room-temperature butter
• Salt: Adds some flavor
• Vanilla: For the best flavor, use pure vanilla extract
• Dried Fruits and Nuts: Use either raisins or diced pecans

How To Make Air Fryer Butter Tarts

Here are the step-by-step directions for making butter tarts in the air fryer:

Step One: Prepare The Butter Tart Dough Roll out the pie crust into a round circle. You will just want to roll it out a little bit wider than it already is. Using your cookie cutter, or biscuit cutter, cut out 24 circles. You may need to re-roll the dough to use all of the dough and to get the 24 you need.  Stretch out the dough a little bit with your fingers and place the circles into the mini muffin pan. Place the muffin pan into the fridge while you are preparing the filling to keep the dough cold. 

Step Two: Prepare The Butter Tart Filling In a medium-sized bowl, add the egg, corn syrup, brown sugar, butter, salt, and vanilla.  Once the filling is ready, remove the muffin tin from the fridge, and using a cookie scoop or teaspoon, spoon the filling into each tart. Only fill the tart about ½ full. You will be tempted to fill it fuller, however, do not. You will still need to add the pecans plus the pie crust is going to expand. This will help prevent everything from overflowing out of the pan. 

Step Three: Assemble The Butter Tarts Once you have filled all of the tarts, top each of them with the pecans. You can add more or less of the chopped pecans. It’s honestly up to you. 

Step Four: Air Fry Butter Tarts Then place the Butter Tarts into the air fryer and set cook time for 12-15 minutes at 330 degrees F. Remove when the crust is golden brown.

Step Five: Serving Let them cool and then carefully remove them with a knife from the pan. Enjoy warm and with a dollop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. My family enjoyed them also as a breakfast treat the next morning. 

Air Fryer Butter Tarts Recipe Tips

• Room Temperature Butter: For best results, use room temperature butter.
• Timing: Since every air fryer is slightly different, it’s important that you watch these butter tarts as they cook up, and remove them when the crust is golden brown.
• Crowding: For best results either use a silicone muffin pan or an old-fashioned muffin tin.

Air Fryer Butter Tarts Recipe Faqs

How To Store Butter Tarts Once your butter tarts have cooled, it is best to store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They can also be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks but may lose some of their gooey texture.

How To Freeze Butter Tarts If you would like to keep them longer, they can also be frozen for up to three months. Simply place them in a freezer-safe container or wrap individual tarts in plastic wrap before placing them in the freezer. When ready to enjoy, let thaw at room temperature or warm up slightly in the microwave for a gooey treat.

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