from Baking Queen of the County Fair
A popular Maritime treat, this sophisticated snack option pairs a smooth caramel-flavoured filling with a crackly top and a tender, flaky crust. The baking soda and vinegar give these tarts a bit of lightness.
Ingredients
1 egg
1 cup (192 g) brown sugar
1 Tbsp (15 mL) vinegar
Pinch of baking soda
Pince of salt
1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla
12 unbaked tart shells
Directions
Preheat oven to 357F/190C.
Beat the egg and slowly add the brown sugar. While continually mixing, add the vinegar and baking soda, followed by the salt and vanilla. Beat until it is mixed well.
Pour the mixture into the tart shells, filling them to two-thirds full.
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes.
Makes 1 dozen tarts
Nada’s Tips & Tricks: A nice alternative to butter tarts. You can add a swirl of chocolate or some coconut flakes for variety.
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