Lemon Chess Tassies Mini

Bright, tangy, and irresistibly sweet, Lemon Chess Tassies Mini are the perfect bite-sized treats to elevate any dessert table. Featuring a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth crust and a luscious lemon chess filling made with fresh lemon juice and zest, these mini tarts pack bold citrus flavor into every bite. Ideal for parties, brunches, or a refreshing afternoon indulgence, these tassies are baked to perfection and finished with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar for an elegant touch. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and an easy-to-follow process, this recipe combines the simplicity of classic southern chess pie with the charm of a mini dessert. Perfect for lemon lovers and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, these mini tassies can be stored for days, making them as practical as they are delicious. Add this recipe to your collection for zesty, bite-sized bliss!

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1.25 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cups Powdered sugar
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 4 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.25 cups Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Lemon zest (finely grated)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin or line with paper liners.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and powdered sugar for the crust. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Press about 1 tablespoon of crust mixture into the bottom and slightly up the sides of each cavity in the mini muffin tin.

Step 4

Bake the crusts in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they appear set but not fully browned. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 5

While the crusts are baking, prepare the lemon filling. In a mixing bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until smooth. Gradually add the granulated sugar and beat until well combined.

Step 6

Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, vanilla extract, and salt until the filling is smooth and creamy.

Step 7

Spoon the lemon filling evenly into the partially baked crusts, filling each about 3/4 of the way full.

Step 8

Return the filled tassies to the oven and bake for an additional 15-18 minutes, or until the filling is set and no longer jiggles in the middle.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow the tassies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, lightly dust the tops of the Lemon Chess Tassies with powdered sugar for a finishing touch.

Step 11

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(748.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2713.8

Total Fat 147.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 755.9mg	0%
Sodium 1119.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 324.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.8g	0%
Total Sugars 201.3g
Protein 36.1g	0%

Vitamin D 80IU	0%
Calcium 222.3mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 518.6mg	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: 47.9%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 46.8%