Lemon Chess Tassies
Brighten up your dessert table with these tangy and sweet Lemon Chess Tassies—miniature treats packed with the zesty flavor of fresh lemon and a buttery, flaky crust. These bite-sized delights are made with a cream cheese-based dough, which creates a tender shell that holds a luscious lemon chess filling infused with lemon juice, lemon zest, and a touch of vanilla. Perfectly golden and lightly dusted with powdered sugar, these tassies deliver a cheerful burst of citrus in every bite. With only 20 minutes of prep time and 25 minutes in the oven, they’re an easy-to-make treat that’s both elegant and crowd-pleasing. Ideal for holidays, tea parties, or anytime you crave a refreshing twist on a classic Southern dessert, Lemon Chess Tassies are sure to impress!
Try SnapCalorie's FREE AI assisted nutrition tracking free in the App store or on Android.
Scan with your phone to download!
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 unit Large egg
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Powdered sugar (for garnish, optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin or line it with paper liners.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and cream cheese. Mix until a soft dough forms.
Step 3
Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and press each portion into the mini muffin tin wells, forming small cups.
Step 4
In another mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, egg, lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well-combined.
Step 5
Pour the lemon filling evenly into each prepared dough cup, filling them about three-quarters full.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges of the crust are lightly golden and the filling is set.
Step 7
Remove the tassies from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 8
If desired, dust the tops with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness and presentation.
Step 9
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (532.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1929.0 |
| Total Fat 93.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 52.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g | |
| Cholesterol 424.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1027.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 258.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 163.4g | |
| Protein 26.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 41IU | 0% |
| Calcium 173.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 401.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories