For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar. If you prefer a nuttier tart, toast the pecans lightly before adding them to the filling. The tarts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
These delightful butter tarts feature a buttery graham cracker crust, filled with a sweet, decadent filling studded with raisins and pecans. A perfect treat for any occasion!
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Spray 12 muffin cups with cooking spray. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
In a bowl, stir together graham cracker crumbs and white sugar. Stir in melted butter until crumbs are evenly coated. Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom and partway up the sides of the prepared muffin cups. (Prep time: 10 minutes)
Bake the crusts in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Remove from oven and maintain the oven temperature at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (Bake time: 5 minutes)
In a separate bowl, beat together brown sugar and softened butter until light and creamy, approximately 2 minutes. Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Stir in vanilla extract. Gradually stir in half-and-half until well combined. (Prep time: 10 minutes)
Place a spoonful of raisins and pecans into the bottom of each pre-baked shell. Carefully pour about 1/4 cup of the sugar mixture into each shell, being careful not to overfill. (Assembly time: 5 minutes)
Bake the tarts in the preheated oven until the filling is bubbly and golden brown, approximately 15 minutes. Remove tarts from the oven and let them cool completely on a wire rack for about 15 minutes before serving. (Bake time: 15 minutes, Cool time: 15 minutes)
For a richer flavor, use dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar. If you prefer a nuttier tart, toast the pecans lightly before adding them to the filling. The tarts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Niko Farrell
Jun 14, 2025I found that using a cookie press helped to get the graham cracker crust perfectly even in the muffin tins.
Chanel Cassin
May 15, 2025These tarts are amazing! The graham cracker crust adds such a nice twist to the classic butter tart.
Marcellus Beahan
Apr 26, 2025My family devoured these! I will definitely be making them again.