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Irresistibly Crispy Old Fashioned Pecan Tassies You’ll Love

Enjoy the nostalgic joy of Crispy Old Fashioned Pecan Tassies, with their buttery crust and gooey pecan filling, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 48 minutes
Servings: 24 tassies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Can substitute with unsalted butter
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Room temperature for easy mixing
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can opt for gluten-free blend
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Dark Brown Sugar Light brown sugar can be used
  • 2 large Eggs Binds the filling together
  • 1 tsp Maple Extract Substitute with vanilla extract if necessary
  • 1 cup Pecan Halves Can swap with walnuts or hazelnuts

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Mini Muffin Pan
  • Whisk
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

Directions
  1. Prepare Dough: Blend room temperature salted butter and cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: Gradually add all-purpose flour, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  3. Chill Dough: Place dough in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes.
  4. Prepare Filling: Whisk together dark brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, maple extract, and pecans until smooth.
  5. Shape Crusts: Press chilled dough into mini muffin pans to form cups.
  6. Fill and Bake: Fill each cup with pecan filling, top with a pecan half, and bake at 350°F for 18 minutes.
  7. Cool: Allow tassies to cool slightly in the pan before removing to a cooling rack.
  8. Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for optimal mixing. Fill each cup only two-thirds full.