Pecan Tassies Recipe – These bite-sized treasures feature a buttery, cream cheese pastry filled with a sweet and nutty pecan filling. Perfect for Christmas gatherings, special occasions, or any time you crave a delightful treat. Share the joy of homemade goodness with friends and family this season!
Beat cream cheese and butter at medium speed of an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add flour and cinnamon, beating at low speed just until ingredients are blended. Wrap dough in wax paper, and chill 2 hours.
Divide dough 48 balls. Place in lightly greased miniature muffin pans, shaping each into a shell.
Filling
Preheat oven to 325°F.
Combine the first 6 ingredients in a small mixing bowl; beat at medium speed of an electric mixer until blended. Stir in pecans. Spoon filling evenly into pastry shells.
Bake for 25 minutes or until set. Cool slightly. Remove from pans, and cool completely on a wire rack.
Notes:
ou can use any type of nuts that you enjoy.
pecans
walnuts
peanuts
pistachios
Can substitute pure maple syrup for corn syrup.
Can Pecan Tassies be frozen? Yes! Bake tarts and cool to room temperature. Place them in a freezer safe bag or container with parchment paper between the layers to prevent them from sticking. Store in the freezer for up to 4 months.
When ready to eat, thaw and enjoy.
Store tarts in an airtight container at room temperature.