Lemon Cheesecake Tassies
Brighten up your dessert table with these delightful Lemon Cheesecake Tassies, bite-sized treats that combine the zingy freshness of lemon with the creamy decadence of cheesecake. Perfectly portioned and nestled in a tender, buttery crust, these mini desserts are as impressive as they are delicious. Made with fresh lemon juice and zest for a burst of citrus flavor, they’re beautifully balanced by the velvety cream cheese filling. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, these tassies are ideal for parties, holidays, or any special occasion. Easy to make in just about an hour, this recipe yields 24 irresistible tassies that are guaranteed to disappear in no time. Perfect for lemon lovers, cheesecake enthusiasts, and anyone looking for elegant, easy-to-serve desserts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 3 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened (for filling)
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 whole Large egg
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, cream together 1/2 cup softened butter, 3 ounces softened cream cheese, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Gradually add in 1 cup of all-purpose flour and mix until the dough comes together.
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and press each one into the bottom and up the sides of a mini muffin tin to form a small cup. Repeat for all 24 slots.
In a separate bowl, make the filling by beating 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until smooth.
Add 1 egg, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until well combined.
Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly into the prepared dough cups, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the filling is set and the edges of the crust are lightly golden.
Remove the tassies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan before carefully removing each one.
Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3097 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 212.8 g | 273% | |
| Saturated Fat | 129.0 g | 645% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 782 mg | 260% | |
| Sodium | 1096 mg | 48% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 265.7 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 170.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 325 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 599 mg | 13% | |
*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.
