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Old Fashioned Pecan Tassies

Old Fashioned Pecan Tassies

Delight in these Old Fashioned Pecan Tassies, sweet tarts filled with brown sugar, butter, and pecans that are perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 36 tarts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 3/4 cup Salted butter ensures a rich, flavorful base for your tarts
  • 5 ounces Cream cheese adds a creamy texture to the crust
  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour provides the structure needed for tender, flaky tarts
For the Filling
  • 1 1/2 cups Dark brown sugar offers a deep sweetness and a lovely caramel flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Salted butter (melted) enhances the richness of the filling
  • 2 Large eggs acts as a binder to bring all the ingredients together
  • 1/2 teaspoon Maple extract infuses a subtle hint of maple that perfectly complements the pecans
  • 1/2 cup Finely chopped pecans adds delightful crunch and nutty flavor
For Topping
  • 36 Pecan halves use these for a beautiful and inviting presentation on each tart

Equipment

  • hand mixer
  • Mini muffin pans
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

How to Make Old Fashioned Pecan Tassies
  1. In a small bowl, grab your hand mixer and cream together the salted butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy. You want it to look well combined and fluffy!
  2. Spray three mini muffin pans with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Using a mini cookie scoop, evenly divide the dough into all 36 cups. Chill the pans in the fridge as you prepare the filling.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the dark brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, maple extract, and finely chopped pecans until fully blended and smooth. This mixture will create your delicious tart filling!
  4. Preheat your oven to 350ºF. After the dough has chilled for about 15 minutes, take one pan out and gently press the dough to form cups on the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cavity. Repeat with the other pan until all are shaped.
  5. Carefully fill each dough shell with the pecan mixture, filling them about ⅔ full. Top each filled cup with a pecan half for a lovely finish!
  6. Place the pans in the oven and bake for about 18 minutes or until the tarts are golden brown on top. Once done, let them cool slightly before loosening them with a knife and transferring to a cooling rack.
  7. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness!

Nutrition

Serving: 1tartCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure that your butter and cream cheese are at room temperature for easier creaming and a smoother dough. Avoid overmixing the crust to maintain its tender texture. Keep an eye on the baking time, as ovens may vary; check a minute early to prevent over-baking.

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