Pecan Tassies
Pecan Tassies are delightful mini desserts that combine a flaky buttery crust with a rich, gooey filling studded with crunchy pecans. Perfect for any occasion, these bite-sized treats are sure to impress your guests and bring smiles to faces. With their irresistible texture and sweet, nutty flavor, Pecan Tassies are a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their dessert game!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and butter until crumbly; mix in cream cheese until smooth.
- Press the dough into mini muffin tins to form shells.
- In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and salt; stir in chopped pecans.
- Fill each shell with the mixture until almost full (avoid overfilling).
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown; allow to cool slightly before removing from tins.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tassie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added richness, consider mixing in dark chocolate chips or a hint of cinnamon to the filling. Swap pecans for walnuts or almonds for a unique twist on flavor.