Best 6 Grandmas Pecan Tassies Recipes
Indulge in the delightful Southern treat of Grandma's Pecan Tassie, a timeless classic that combines a buttery shortbread crust with a sweet and nutty pecan filling. This treasured recipe has been passed down through generations, offering a taste of nostalgia and comfort in every bite. Discover the secrets behind this iconic dessert and embark on a culinary journey to create these delectable pecan tassies in the comfort of your own kitchen.
This article presents a collection of meticulously crafted recipes, each offering a unique twist on the traditional pecan tassie. From the classic recipe that stays true to Grandma's original creation to innovative variations that incorporate different flavors and textures, there's a recipe here to satisfy every palate. Whether you prefer a gooey, caramel-like filling or a crunchy, candied pecan topping, these recipes have got you covered.
PECAN TASSIES
These tarts are very good for parties and special occasions. You'll probably want to double the recipe, because they'll disappear in a hurry! -Joy Corie, Ruston, Louisiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth; gradually beat in flour. Refrigerate, covered, 1 hour or until firm enough to roll., Preheat oven to 375°. Shape dough into 1-in. balls; press evenly onto bottoms and up sides of greased mini muffin cups., For filling, in a small bowl, mix egg, brown sugar, butter, vanilla and salt until blended. Stir in 1/3 cup pecans; spoon into pastries. Sprinkle with remaining pecans., Bake 15-20 minutes or until edges are golden and filling is puffed. Cool in pans 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool. Freeze option: Freeze cooled cookies, layered between waxed paper, in freezer containers. To use, thaw in covered containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Fat 16g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 131mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
PECAN TASSIES
A cross between a shortbread cookie and a bite of pecan pie, a pecan tassie is the kind of bite-size dessert that offers just the right amount of decadence in an adorable package. The dough that surrounds the filling is made out of a simple blend of butter, cream cheese, flour, and ground pecans. Because there's no sugar in the dough, it's entirely savory-buttery, nutty, and slightly tangy from the cream cheese-making a rich base that complements the sweet pecan filling. Cream cheese in the dough also makes the pastry itself very soft. Just like a pecan pie, the pastry supporting the sweet filling of these cookies is made to be a savory contrast so the dessert isn't overwhelming. As for the components that comprise the filling, it's a scrumptious mix of brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and bourbon. These robust ingredients mingle into a cocktail of flavors perfect for the unmistakable richness of toasted pecans. The maple syrup lends a unique edge that isn't common in pecan pie, but it's this addition that gives the pecan tassie it's unique taste, distinguishing it from other pecan-based desserts. Perfect to keep around the house or to serve at a party, bake these pecan tassies for a treat that's as simple as a cookie and as decadent as a pie.
Provided by Micah A Leal
Categories Cookies
Time 1h50m
Yield 24 pecan tassies
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make Dough: Place 1/2 cup pecans in a food processor and blitz until finely ground. Set aside. In a bowl, beat together butter and cream cheese until fully incorporated. Add flour and ground pecans and mix until a shaggy dough forms. Use your hands to press the dough into a solid mass. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 24-cup mini muffin pan with cooking spray. Scoop 1 tablespoon of dough into each muffin cup. Use your fingers to evenly press dough into the bottom and up the sides of each muffin cup. Transfer muffin tin to freezer while making the Filling.
- Make Filling: Whisk together egg, brown sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, salt, and bourbon until sugar is dissolved and mixture is homogenous. Remove muffin tray from freezer. Place 1 teaspoon of chopped pecans in each of the muffin cups. Pour the Filling over the pecans until it almost completely fills the pastry cups. Bake until the filling has puffed and the pastry has lightly browned, 20 to 24 minutes. Allow to cool before removing pecan tassies from muffin pan with an offset spatula.
PECAN TASSIES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Prepare mini muffin pans by greasing cups if it is not a nonstick pan; set aside.
- To make the dough, beat together the butter, cream cheese and flour on low speed of a stand or hand mixer until all of the flour is incorporated. Divide the dough into 48 pieces and roll into balls. Place on a plate or in a zip-top bag and refrigerate for about an hour.
- Either press the dough balls into the muffin cups and up the sides, or flatten the balls slightly with your palm and use a rolling pin to roll into a disk about 2-3 inches in diameter (a little larger than the size of the muffin cup opening) and place into the muffin cups.
- To make the filling, mix together the brown sugar, chopped pecans, eggs, melted butter and vanilla extra with a spoon and then evenly divide it between the dough-lined mini muffin cups. Top each with some additional chopped pecans.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the tops are set. Cool for a few minutes in the muffin cups and then remove to a cooling rack to cool completely. The tassies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Sodium 16 mg, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
GREAT GRANDMOTHER ROSA'S PECAN TASSIES
These Pecan Tassies are like miniature pecan pies with a sensational cream cheese crust. They are sweet and completely addicting!
Provided by Lindsey
Categories Dessert
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 120 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 22 mg, Sodium 20 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 7 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
PECAN TASSIES
These little tarts are a great hit - and look beautiful on a holiday tray!
Provided by Carla A.
Categories Desserts Pies Pecan Pie Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 60
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- In a medium bowl, mix together the margarine and cream cheese until well blended. Beat in flour, 1 cup at a time, until the mixture forms a smooth dough. Roll into small balls, and press into the bottoms and sides of tart pans or mini muffin pans.
- In another bowl, mix together the eggs, brown sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt. Stir in the pecans. Use a spoon to fill each of the crusts 2/3 full with the filling mixture.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes in the preheated oven, until shell is light brown, and the filling has puffed up. Cool, and carefully remove from pans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 calories, Carbohydrate 16 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 10.8 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 97.2 mg, Sugar 9.1 g
BESS LONDON'S PECAN TASSIES
Steps:
- With an electric mixer, beat the 1/2 cup butter and the cream cheese until smooth. Add the flour and beat until fully combined. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F. Spray a 24-cup mini-muffin pan with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, brown sugar, vanilla and salt until smooth. Set aside.
- Shape the chilled dough into 24 balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Press each ball into a cup of the muffin pan, spreading evenly and up the sides, then spoon 1 teaspoon of the pecans into each muffin cup. Fill each cup with the egg mixture until evenly distributed, about 1 teaspoon in each. Bake until the filling is set, about 25 minutes. Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes, and then remove from the muffin pan.
Tips:
- Use high-quality pecans for the best flavor.
- Finely chop the pecans so that they distribute evenly throughout the filling.
- Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the dough, making it lighter and more tender.
- Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will prevent the eggs from curdling.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Add the flour and baking powder and mix until just combined. Overmixing will toughen the dough.
- Press the dough into the tart shells and fill with the pecan filling.
- Bake the tassies at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
- Let the tassies cool completely before serving.
Conclusion:
Grandmother's Pecan Tassies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their buttery crust and sweet, nutty filling, these tassies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give these tassies a try. You won't be disappointed.
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