Pecan Tassies (For Two) Recipe

Name: Pecan Tassies (For Two)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE DOUGH:; 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Softened, Plus Extra For Greasing The Pan; 2 ounces, weight Cream Cheese, Softened; 1/2 cups Flour; FOR THE FILLING:; 1 whole Large Egg; 1 Tablespoon Butter, Melted; 1/3 cups Brown Sugar; 1/4 teaspoons Whiskey (or Vanilla); 1/3 cups Chopped, Toasted Pecans

Servings: persons

1
First, make the dough: combine with an electric mixer the softened butter and cream cheese. Add the flour and beat until incorporated. It might not come together into a dough just yet; use your hands to clump it together into a ball. Wrap with plastic wrap and chill 20 minutes.
2
Meanwhile, grease 8 cups in a mini muffin pan with the extra butter, and preheat the oven to 350u00b0F. Divide the dough into 8 equal-sized balls, then press the dough in the cups.
3
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, melted butter, brown sugar, whiskey and pecans. Divide this mixture evenly among the dough cups.
4
Bake for 20 minutes. The pecan filling with puff up and rise above the edges of the dough. Yummy!

397

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE DOUGH:, 4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter, Softened, Plus Extra For Greasing The Pan, 2 ounces, weight Cream Cheese, Softened, 1/2 cups Flour, and more.

Yes, Pecan Tassies (For Two) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pecan Tassies (For Two)

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Variations & substitutions

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