Walnut Tassies Recipe

Name: Walnut Tassies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For pastry dough; 1/4 pound softened, unsalted butter; 3 ounces cream cheese, room temperature; 1 cup all-purpose flour; For filling; 3/4 cup brown sugar; 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 cup chopped walnuts; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon soft, unsalted butter; Powdered sugar for garnish

Servings: persons

1
Prepare pastry
2
Combine 1/4 pound butter, cream cheese, and flour and work into smooth dough.
3
Press dough into 24 cups of small (11/2-inch diameter) muffin tins and set aside.
4
Prepare filling, fill tartlets, and bake
5
Pre-heat oven to 375u00b0F.
6
Combine brown sugar, vanilla, walnuts, beaten egg, and 1 tablespoon soft, unsalted butter in a bowl.
7
Fill pastry shells to a level slightly below the top of dough in cups with walnut mixture.
8
Bake tartlets at 375u00b0F. for 20-25 minutes. Dust with confectioners' sugar while still warm.
9
Christmas Cookie Note:
10
Double only. Make two double recipes for 96 pieces.

795

kcal

Calories

Fat

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For pastry dough, 1/4 pound softened, unsalted butter, 3 ounces cream cheese, room temperature, 1 cup all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Walnut Tassies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Walnut Tassies

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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