Keto butter tarts are a delightful low-carb take on the beloved Canadian classic, offering all the rich flavor without the sugar. This recipe delivers a perfectly flaky almond flour crust and a sweet, gooey filling that will satisfy your dessert cravings. Crafting the perfect keto butter tarts requires a careful balance of sweeteners and fats to achieve that iconic texture. The first time I experimented with this, I found that using a combination of Swerve Brown and allulose yielded the most authentic gooey center, preventing it from becoming too firm or too runny.

⏱ Time: 40 min
👥 Servings: 12 tarts
📊 Level: Medium
🥗 10 ingredients
Heavenly Keto Butter Tarts: Your Sweet Escape! Keto Butter Tarts: bake this delicious, low-carb version of a classic Canadian dessert. Enjoy a rich, gooey, and

Heavenly Keto Butter Tarts: Your Sweet Escape!

Keto Butter Tarts: bake this delicious, low-carb version of a classic Canadian dessert. Enjoy a rich, gooey, and sugar-free sweet treat today.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Canadian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 3/4 cups almond flour
  • 3 tbsp Swerve Confectioners
  • 1/2 tsp xanthan gum
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tbsp butter (melted)
  • 1/4 cup butter (unsalted)
  • 1/3 cup Swerve Brown
  • 1/3 cup allulose ((or BochaSweet))
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Method
 

  1. For the crust: In a large bowl, whisk together the almond flour, Swerve Confectioners, xanthan gum, and salt. Stir in the egg and melted butter until well combined. Press the dough into 12 mini tart molds.
  2. For the filling: In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir in the Swerve Brown and allulose until dissolved.
  3. Whisk in the heavy whipping cream and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool for 5-10 minutes. Pour the filling evenly into the prepared tart crusts.
  5. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until the crusts are golden and the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center.
  6. Let the tarts cool completely on a wire rack before serving. The filling will firm up as it cools.

Notes

– To ensure a truly flaky crust for your keto butter tarts, avoid overworking the dough. Mix until just combined, then gently press into the molds.
– If your filling seems too thin after simmering, continue to cook it for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it coats the back of a spoon. The filling should reach 210°F (99°C) for optimal texture once cooled.
– For storage, keto butter tarts can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. They also freeze beautifully for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.
Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.

Pro tips

  • To ensure a truly flaky crust for your keto butter tarts, avoid overworking the dough. Mix until just combined, then gently press into the molds.
  • If your filling seems too thin after simmering, continue to cook it for an additional 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until it coats the back of a spoon. The filling should reach 210°F (99°C) for optimal texture once cooled.
  • For storage, keto butter tarts can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerated for up to a week. They also freeze beautifully for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature before serving.

These keto butter tarts prove that you don’t have to sacrifice flavor for your low-carb lifestyle. Enjoy this sweet, satisfying treat and share your baking success with others!

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