Delicious Pecan Tassies Recipe

Indulge in the buttery, flaky crust filled with a rich pecan filling in this classic pecan tassies recipe. These bite-sized treats are the perfect dessert for any occasion, whether it's a family gathering or a holiday feast. With a preparation time of just 30 minutes, you can quickly whip up a batch of these delightful tassies to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Ingredients

• Crust:
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 ounces cream cheese, softened
• Filling:
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
• 1/3 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup corn syrup
• 1 large egg
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, and cream cheese. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Shape the dough into 24 small balls and press them into the cups of a mini muffin tin, making sure to form a well in the center of each cup.
4. In another bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
5. Spoon the pecan filling into each pastry cup, filling them to the top.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
7. Remove from the oven and let the tassies cool in the muffin tin for 5 minutes.
8. Carefully remove the tassies from the tin and allow them to cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

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