Light Pecan Tassies in Cream Cheese Pastry

Delight in the irresistible charm of these Light Pecan Tassies in Cream Cheese Pastry—bite-sized treats that combine rich, nutty flavors with a delicately tangy pastry shell. Crafted with a buttery cream cheese dough, these mini desserts are filled with a luscious mixture of light brown sugar, chopped pecans, and a hint of vanilla, creating the perfect balance of sweetness and crunch. Ideal for holiday spreads, parties, or as an indulgent snack, these tassies are easy to make yet impressive to serve. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a short bake, you’ll have 24 beautifully golden morsels ready to share. Enjoy their melt-in-your-mouth texture while savoring the satisfying crunch of toasted pecans in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 113 grams Cream cheese
• 113 grams Unsalted butter
• 140 grams All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 150 grams Light brown sugar
• 1 unit Large egg
• 28 grams Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 100 grams Chopped pecans

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and 113 grams of unsalted butter. Beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.

Step 2

Gradually add the flour and salt to the cream cheese mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. Shape the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.

Step 3

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin pan or line with paper liners.

Step 4

Divide the chilled dough into 24 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and press it into the cups of the mini muffin pan to form tiny pastry shells.

Step 5

In another mixing bowl, combine the light brown sugar, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

Step 6

Sprinkle a small amount of chopped pecans into each pastry shell, then pour the filling mixture over the pecans, filling each shell about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Sprinkle additional chopped pecans on top of each tassie.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the filling is set and the pastry edges are lightly golden.

Step 9

Allow the pecan tassies to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Serve at room temperature and enjoy. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(699.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3267.4

Total Fat 236.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 101.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 611.5mg	0%
Sodium 1074.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 277.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 159.3g
Protein 37.9g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 351.7mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 1004.0mg	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: 62.8%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 32.8%