Pecan Tassies Mini Pecan Pies
Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of Pecan Tassies, bite-sized mini pecan pies that pack all the flavor of a classic pecan pie into a delightful, handheld treat. Perfectly crafted with a tender cream cheese pastry crust and filled with a rich, gooey pecan mixture made from light brown sugar, chopped pecans, and a touch of vanilla, these miniature desserts are ideal for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or simply satisfying a sweet tooth. Quick and easy to prepare, with just 20 minutes of prep time, these golden gems bake to perfection in under half an hour. Serve these pecan tassies at room temperature to highlight their buttery crust and nutty caramelized filling—an irresistible addition to any dessert table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (softened)
- 3 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Light brown sugar
- 1 count Large egg
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Chopped pecans
Instructions
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and cream cheese until smooth and well combined.
Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
Divide the dough into 24 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and press it into the bottom and up the sides of mini muffin tins to form small crusts.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
Add the chopped pecans to the sugar mixture and stir until evenly distributed.
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the pecan filling into each prepared crust, filling them just below the rim to avoid overflow during baking.
Place the mini muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
Remove the pecan tassies from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5–10 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve your pecan tassies at room temperature and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3214 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.9 g | 277% | |
| Saturated Fat | 100.4 g | 502% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 600 mg | 200% | |
| Sodium | 1008 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 309.1 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.4 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 207.6 g | ||
| Protein | 33.2 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 346 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 921 mg | 20% | |
*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.
