Raisin Butter Tart Squares Recipe

Name: Raisin Butter Tart Squares
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup raisins; 1 cup hot water, or as needed; Crust:; 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1/4 cup packed brown sugar; Filling:; 1 cup brown sugar; 1/3 cup butter, softened; 1 egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon heavy whipping cream; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

Servings: persons

1 cup raisins
1 cup hot water, or as needed
Crust:
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
Filling:
1 cup brown sugar
1/3 cup butter, softened
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour

1
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
2
Place raisins in a cup; pour in hot water to cover, and set aside to soak, about 5 minutes.
3
Place 1 1/2 cups flour in a large bowl; cut in 1/2 cup butter until crumbly. Stir 1/4 cup brown sugar into flour mixture; press mixture evenly into the bottom of a 9x9-inch pan.
4
Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 15 minutes. Remove from oven, leaving oven on.
5
Beat 1 cup brown sugar and 1/3 cup butter together until smooth; stir in egg, vanilla extract, and cream. Strain raisins; stir raisins and 1 tablespoon flour into butter mixture. Pour raisin mixture over crust.
6
Bake in the preheated oven until filling is bubbly, about 20 minutes. Allow to cool before cutting into squares, about 30 minutes.

821

kcal

Calories

Fat

105

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup raisins, 1 cup hot water, or as needed, Crust:, 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Raisin Butter Tart Squares falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Raisin Butter Tart Squares

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Variations & substitutions

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