Cranberry Tassies
Delight your holiday table with these irresistible Cranberry Tassies, a bite-sized treat bursting with festive flavors! These mini pastry cups start with a rich, buttery cream cheese dough that’s perfectly tender and flaky. The filling combines tart, juicy cranberries with crunchy pecans, a blend of brown and granulated sugars, and a warm hint of cinnamon, creating a balance of sweetness and spice in every bite. Easy to make and ready in under an hour, these cranberry-filled delights are perfect for holiday parties, dessert spreads, or as a charming homemade gift. For a dazzling final touch, a light dusting of powdered sugar adds elegance and extra sweetness. With their chewy center and crisp edges, these Cranberry Tassies are sure to become a cherished addition to your seasonal baking traditions. Perfect for Christmas or Thanksgiving, these flavorful morsels will have your guests reaching for seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups Unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 oz Cream cheese (softened)
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Brown sugar
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tsp Pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup Fresh cranberries (chopped)
- 0.5 cups Pecans (finely chopped)
- 0.5 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp Powdered sugar (optional for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, softened butter, and softened cream cheese. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
Divide the dough into 24 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball. Press each ball into the bottom and up the sides of a greased mini muffin tin to form a shell. Place the tray in the refrigerator to chill while you prepare the filling.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Stir in the chopped cranberries, finely chopped pecans, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
Remove the prepared shells from the fridge and spoon the cranberry filling evenly into each shell, filling them almost to the top.
Bake the tassies in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges of the shells are lightly golden.
Remove the tassies from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, dust the tassies with powdered sugar before serving for an extra festive touch.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3417 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 223.6 g | 287% | |
| Saturated Fat | 115.0 g | 575% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 701 mg | 234% | |
| Sodium | 429 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 329.8 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.5 g | 70% | |
| Total Sugars | 164.7 g | ||
| Protein | 39.1 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 850 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
