Lemon Cheesecake Tassies

Brighten up your dessert table with these delightful Lemon Cheesecake Tassies, bite-sized treats that combine the zingy freshness of lemon with the creamy decadence of cheesecake. Perfectly portioned and nestled in a tender, buttery crust, these mini desserts are as impressive as they are delicious. Made with fresh lemon juice and zest for a burst of citrus flavor, they’re beautifully balanced by the velvety cream cheese filling. Finished with a dusting of powdered sugar, these tassies are ideal for parties, holidays, or any special occasion. Easy to make in just about an hour, this recipe yields 24 irresistible tassies that are guaranteed to disappear in no time. Perfect for lemon lovers, cheesecake enthusiasts, and anyone looking for elegant, easy-to-serve desserts!

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 3 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened (for filling)
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar (for filling)
• 1 whole Large egg
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, cream together 1/2 cup softened butter, 3 ounces softened cream cheese, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3

Gradually add in 1 cup of all-purpose flour and mix until the dough comes together.

Step 4

Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and press each one into the bottom and up the sides of a mini muffin tin to form a small cup. Repeat for all 24 slots.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, make the filling by beating 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup of granulated sugar until smooth.

Step 6

Add 1 egg, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the cream cheese mixture. Beat until well combined.

Step 7

Spoon the cheesecake filling evenly into the prepared dough cups, filling each about 3/4 full.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the filling is set and the edges of the crust are lightly golden.

Step 9

Remove the tassies from the oven and allow them to cool completely in the pan before carefully removing each one.

Step 10

Garnish with a dusting of powdered sugar before serving, if desired.

Step 11

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(793.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3096.8

Total Fat 212.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 129.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 781.5mg	0%
Sodium 1095.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 265.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.7g	0%
Total Sugars 170.7g
Protein 41.5g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 324.8mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 598.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.9%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 33.8%