Best 2 Tea Time Tassies Recipes

Indulge in a delightful teatime experience with these exquisite Tea Time Tassie recipes. These charming pastries, also known as Jam Tarts or Jam Pastries, are a delightful assortment of sweet treats that are perfect for any occasion. With a variety of fillings to choose from, including classic favorites like strawberry, raspberry, and apricot, as well as unique options like lemon curd and chocolate ganache, these tassies offer a tantalizing taste for every palate. The delicate, buttery pastry crust pairs perfectly with the sweet and tangy fillings, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Whether you're looking for a special treat to serve at your next tea party or a sweet snack to enjoy with friends and family, these Tea Time Tassie recipes are sure to impress.

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TEA TIME TASSIES

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Categories Cookies Nut Bake

Yield 60 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

Crust:
6 oz. cream cheese
1 cup soft margarine (I'd use butter these days)
2 cups sifted flour
Filling:
1 1/2 cups brown sugar (I use dark, but light is fine)
2 eggs
2 tbls soft butter
1/13 cups chopped nuts (I use walnuts)
2 tsp vanilla

Steps:

Bake at 325 degrees for 25 minutes or until crust is brown. Makes 60 cookies Form crust dough in 60 balls and put in 1 3/4 inch muffin pans, form into a tart shell. Mix the filling and fill unbaked shells. Bake at 325 degrees for 25 minutes.

TEA TIME TASSIES

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Great for Christmas, but I like to make them anytime of the year for special occasions..

Provided by Linda Egres

Categories Cookies

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

SHELLS
3 oz cream cheese
1/2 c butter, softened
1 c flour
FILLING
1 egg
3/4 c brown sugar, firmly packed
1 tsp vanilla
1 Tbsp butter
2/3 c nuts of your choice, walnuts, pecans

Steps:

1. blend shells ingredients and chill for 1 hour
2. roll dough into small balls and press into shape in mini muffin pans
3. stir filling ingredients together and spoon into shells about 3/4 full
4. bake in a 325 degree oven for 25 minutes or until lightly browned....oven do vary

Tips:

For a more traditional filling, use a classic lemon curd or raspberry jam.
To make the tassies ahead of time, bake them according to the recipe and then freeze them in an airtight container. When ready to serve, thaw them at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
If you don't have a tassie pan, you can use a mini muffin tin. Just be sure to grease the cups well before filling them with dough.
For a fun and festive touch, sprinkle the tassies with powdered sugar or drizzle them with melted chocolate before serving.

Conclusion:

Tea time tassies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their delicate pastry shells and sweet fillings, they are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a special treat to serve at your next tea party or gathering, give these tassies a try.