Pampered Chef Pecan Tassies
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Pampered Chef Pecan Tassies, a timeless bite-sized treat perfect for any occasion. These miniature pecan pies boast a buttery, cream cheese-infused crust that’s both tender and flaky, cradling a luscious filling of sweet brown sugar, velvety vanilla, and finely chopped pecans. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a golden bake in a mini muffin pan, these elegant desserts are as easy to make as they are delightful to serve. Whether topped with a dusting of powdered sugar or enjoyed as is, their festive presentation and rich, nutty flavor make them an ideal addition to holiday spreads, parties, or afternoon tea. Perfectly portioned and irresistibly indulgent, these pecan tassies are sure to become a crowd-pleasing favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 oz Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Light brown sugar
- 1 unit Large egg
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 1 cup Pecans, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp Powdered sugar (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and butter using an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Slowly add in the all-purpose flour and mix until a soft dough forms. Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour to chill.
While the dough chills, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined. Stir in the chopped pecans and set the filling mixture aside.
Once the dough is chilled, divide it into 24 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and press them evenly into the wells of a mini muffin pan to form little crusts, making sure the dough goes up the sides of each well.
Spoon the pecan filling mixture evenly into each crust-lined well, filling them about 3/4 of the way full.
Bake the pecan tassies in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges of the crust are golden brown.
Remove the tassies from the oven and let them cool in the muffin pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
If desired, dust the tops of the cooled pecan tassies with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.
Serve and enjoy these bite-sized delights!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3252 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 211.8 g | 272% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.6 g | 433% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 530 mg | 177% | |
| Sodium | 997 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 327.8 g | 119% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 223.9 g | ||
| Protein | 35.2 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 356 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 1053 mg | 22% | |
*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.
