Best 3 Pecan Tassiesmini Pecan Pies Recipes

Indulge your sweet cravings with the delightful Pecan Tassies, miniature pecan pies that pack a burst of nutty, buttery goodness in every bite. These bite-sized treats feature a crisp, buttery crust filled with a luscious pecan filling made from a combination of brown sugar, butter, eggs, and of course, pecans. The filling is rich, sweet, and perfectly complements the flaky crust. This recipe provides two variations: the classic Pecan Tassies and a Chocolate Pecan Tassies, which adds a layer of decadent chocolate to the filling. Both versions offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe guide will take you through the steps of creating these delectable treats with ease.

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GRANDMA'S PECAN TASSIES

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My grandma used to make these every Christmas. She passed the torch to me, and now my family asks me to make these every Christmas. They are delectable.

Provided by Brandi Rose

Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups firmly packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups chopped pecans

Steps:

Combine 1 cup butter and cream cheese in a bowl using an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy. Add flour gradually, beating at low speed. Shape mixture into 48 balls and place on a baking sheet. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease the cups of a mini-muffin pan. Press 1 chilled dough ball into each cup and shape into a tart shell.
Whisk brown sugar, eggs, 2 tablespoons butter, vanilla extract, and salt together in a bowl. Stir in 1 1/4 cups pecans. Spoon mixture into tart shells. Top with the remaining pecans.
Bake in the preheated oven until edges of cookie shell are delicately brown, 12 to 15 minutes.
Cool in pans on wire racks for 10 minutes. Gently remove from pans and cool completely on wire racks, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 23.1 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 51.5 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

PECAN TASSIES/MINI PECAN PIES

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These are a hit each time I make them. Cute little pecan tarts! Great for CHRISTmas trays! I've also put chopped cranberries or mini chips in them to vary the filing.

Provided by SweetsLady

Categories Tarts

Time 43m

Yield 60-72 cookies, 60-72 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups butter or 2 cups margarine, softened
4 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
4 cups flour
3 eggs
2 1/2 cups brown sugar, packed
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1 pinch salt
1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped (chopped dried cranberries or mini chips can also be put in with pecans)

Steps:

Preheat oven to 375.
In 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. Chill the dough while making the filling.
In another bowl, mix the eggs, brown sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt. Stir in the pecans.
Roll into small balls, and press slightly into the bottoms and sides of greased tart pans or mini muffin pans making sure to put some of the dough over the lip of the cup. Use a spoon to fill each of the crusts 2/3 full with the filling. It will overflow if you fill too full.
Bake for 15-18 minutes in oven, until shell is lightly browned, and filling has puffed up. Cool, and carefully remove from pan.

PECAN TASSIES

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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

Ingredients

2 cups margarine
4 (3 ounce) packages cream cheese
4 cups all-purpose flour
3 eggs
2 ½ cups packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons melted butter
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
1 ½ cups chopped pecans

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

Tips:

Use high-quality pecans for the best flavor.
Toast the pecans before using them to enhance their flavor.
Use a food processor to finely chop the pecans for a smooth filling.
Be sure to chill the dough before rolling it out to prevent it from sticking.
Use a small cookie cutter to cut out the dough rounds for the tart shells.
Fill the tart shells with the pecan filling and bake until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.

Conclusion:

Pecan tassies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to use up leftover pecans, and they can be made ahead of time and frozen for later. With their buttery crust and sweet, nutty filling, pecan tassies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.