Pecan Tassies Recipe

This Pecan Tassies Recipe is a buttery and nutty recipe, which is made with a cream cheese crust and chopped pecans. It’s the perfect bite-sized dessert for holiday parties, ready in about 1 hour.

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Pecan Tassies Recipe Ingredients

For the Crust:

• Nonstick cooking spray, for the pan
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) salted butter, at room temperature
• 3 oz. cream cheese, at room temperature
• 1 Tbsp. granulated sugar
• 1 cup all-purpose flour

For the Filling:

• 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
• 2 Tbsp. salted butter, melted
• 2 Tbsp. light corn syrup
• 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract
• 1 tsp. bourbon (optional)
• Pinch of kosher salt
• 1 large egg
• 1/2 cup pecans, finely chopped, plus 24 pecan halves

How To Make Pecan Tassies Recipe

1. Prep the Oven and Pan: Preheat the oven to 325°F. Spray a 24-cup mini muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray.
2. Make the Cream Cheese Crust: In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the room temperature butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar on medium-high speed until light and fluffy, about 4 to 5 minutes. Reduce the speed to low and add the flour, mixing until the dough just comes together.
3. Shape the Crusts: Form the dough into 24 one-tablespoon-sized balls. Place each ball into a mini muffin cup. Use wet fingers to press the dough into the bottom and up the sides of each cup, forming a small tart shell. Freeze the pan for 15 minutes.
4. Mix the Pecan Filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, melted butter, corn syrup, vanilla, bourbon (if using), salt, and egg until smooth. Fold in the chopped pecans.
5. Fill and Bake the Tassies: Remove the crusts from the freezer. Fill each cup with 1 heaping teaspoon of the pecan filling. Top each tassie with a pecan half.
6. Bake and Cool: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the crusts are golden brown and the filling is set. Let the tassies cool in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully removing them with an offset spatula to a wire rack to cool completely.

Recipe Tips

• How to easily press the dough into the pan? The recipe suggests keeping a cup of water nearby to moisten your fingers. This prevents the rich, buttery dough from sticking to your hands as you shape the shells.
• What if I don’t have a stand mixer? You can easily make the crust dough with a hand mixer or even by hand with a wooden spoon and some elbow grease. Just make sure the butter and cream cheese are very soft.
• Can these be made without bourbon? Yes, the bourbon is listed as optional. It adds a nice depth of flavor that complements the pecans, but the tassies will be delicious without it.
• How do I know when the tassies are done? The pastry crust should be a clear golden-brown color, and the filling in the center should be set and not liquidy or overly jiggly when the pan is gently shaken.

What To Serve With Pecan Tassies

These bite-sized treats are perfect on their own, especially as part of a dessert platter for parties. They also pair wonderfully with:

• A hot cup of coffee or black tea
• A small glass of bourbon or dessert wine
• A scoop of vanilla ice cream

How To Store Pecan Tassies

• Refrigerate: The baked and cooled tassies will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• Freeze: For longer storage, they can be made up to 2 months in advance. Store them in an airtight container in the freezer, with wax paper between layers to prevent sticking. Bring them to room temperature before serving.

Pecan Tassies Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 150 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 12g
• Protein: 2g
• Fat: 10g
• Saturated Fat: 5g
• Sodium: 85mg
• Sugar: 8g

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

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