Classic Pecan Tassies
📜 Collection: General Archive | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Desserts These classic pecan tassies are delightful two-bite miniature pecan pies featuring a rich, tender cream cheese pastry crust. Perfect for holiday gatherings and parties, they offer a sophisticated blend of buttery crust and sweet, nutty filling.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour 30 mins | 45 mins | 1 hour | 24 tassies |
🔪 Key Equipment
- mini muffin tin
- mixing bowl
- whisk
Ingredients
For the Crust
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Stick | Margarine | softened |
| 1 (3 oz) Pkg | Cream Cheese | softened |
| 1 Cup | Flour | all-purpose |
For the Filling
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3 | Eggs | large |
| 2/3 Cup | Sugar | granulated |
| 1/4 Teaspoon | Salt | fine |
| 1/2 Cup | Butter | melted |
| 1 Cup | Light Corn Syrup | none |
| 1 Cup | Pecans | finely chopped |
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Crust
- In a bowl, blend the 1 stick margarine, 1 (3 oz) pkg cream cheese, and 1 cup flour until a soft dough forms.
- Wrap the dough and chill for 1 hour.
Step 2: Shape and Fill
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Divide the chilled dough into 24 small balls and press each into the cups of a mini muffin tin to form shells.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 eggs, 2/3 cup sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup melted butter, 1 cup light corn syrup, and 1 cup finely chopped pecans.
- Pour the filling into the unbaked shells.
Step 3: Bake
- Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Let cool in the pan before carefully removing to ensure they hold their shape.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: The dough can be prepared and chilled up to 24 hours in advance. Baked tassies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 3 days.
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