Ingredients
For the pastry:
1 1/4 cups (160g) all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (115g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
3–4 tablespoons ice water
For the filling:
1/2 cup (110g) packed brown sugar
1/2 cup (120ml) corn syrup or maple syrup
1/4 cup (55g) unsalted butter, melted
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup (60g) raisins or chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the pastry: In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough holds together. Form into a disc, wrap in plastic, and chill for 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into 3-inch circles. Press into a muffin tin and refrigerate while preparing the filling.
Make the filling: In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg, vanilla, vinegar, and salt until smooth. Stir in raisins or pecans if using.
Fill each tart shell 2/3 full with the mixture.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the filling is set but still slightly gooey.
Let cool for 5 minutes in the pan before transferring to a wire rack. Enjoy!