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Pecan Tassies

Pecan Tassies: Irresistibly Sweet Bites for Every Celebration

Delight in these Pecan Tassies, a unique mini pecan pie that combines a buttery crust with a rich filling, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 53 minutes
Servings: 24 tarts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 0.5 cups Unsalted Butter softened
  • 3 ounces Cream Cheese full-fat recommended
  • 1 cups All-Purpose Flour no substitutions recommended
  • 1 pinch Salt to enhance flavor
For the Filling
  • 1 large Egg beaten
  • 1 cups Light Brown Sugar packed tightly
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract pure for best results
  • 0.25 cups Melted Unsalted Butter
  • 1 pinch Kosher Salt can substitute with table salt
  • 1 cups Finely Chopped Pecans for better distribution

Equipment

  • Stand mixer
  • Mini Muffin Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Pecan Tassies
  1. In a stand mixer, beat unsalted butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  2. Gradually add all-purpose flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 1 hour.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan with non-stick spray.
  4. Remove chilled dough, roll into 3/4-inch balls, and press each ball into a greased muffin cup.
  5. Whisk together egg, brown sugar, vanilla, melted butter, and salt in a bowl until smooth.
  6. Spooning the pecan filling into each crust, fill them about three-quarters full and sprinkle with chopped pecans.
  7. Bake for 20-23 minutes until filling is puffy and crust is lightly browned.
  8. Cool in the pan for 15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure to refrigerate the dough for flaky texture and grease the muffin pan generously to prevent sticking.

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