Delicious Pecan Tassies Recipe

Indulge in the rich flavors of pecans with these delectable pecan tassies. This classic American dessert features a buttery and flaky crust filled with a sweet and gooey pecan filling. It's a perfect treat to serve at parties or enjoy with a cup of coffee. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can recreate your grandma's famous recipe in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 3 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/8 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, softened butter, cream cheese, and granulated sugar. Mix until well combined and the dough comes together.
3. Shape the dough into a ball, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4. In a separate bowl, beat the egg, vanilla extract, chopped pecans, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
5. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and divide it into 24 equal portions.
6. Press each portion of dough into the bottom and sides of a mini muffin tin, forming a small tart shell.
7. Fill each tart shell with a spoonful of the pecan filling, making sure not to overfill.
8. Bake the pecan tassies in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
9. Remove the tassies from the oven and let them cool in the muffin tin for a few minutes.
10. Carefully remove the tassies from the muffin tin and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Serve the pecan tassies at room temperature and enjoy!

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