Walnut Tassies

Delight your taste buds with walnut tassies, the perfect bite-sized treat that effortlessly combines rich, buttery pastry with a melt-in-your-mouth walnut filling. These miniature tart-like desserts feature a cream cheese and butter dough that bakes into a golden, flaky crust, paired with a luscious blend of finely chopped walnuts, brown sugar, and vanilla. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or looking for a sweet snack to pair with your afternoon coffee, walnut tassies are easy to make and full of irresistible texture and flavor. With just 45 minutes of total time and a handful of pantry staples, this recipe creates a stunning dessert that’s ideal for both everyday indulgence and special occasions. Don’t forget to dust them with powdered sugar for a festive finishing touch!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 115 grams Cream cheese
• 115 grams Unsalted butter
• 130 grams All-purpose flour
• 130 grams Finely chopped walnuts
• 1 large Egg
• 100 grams Brown sugar
• 15 grams Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, cream together the cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth.

Step 2

Gradually add the all-purpose flour and mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 3

Form the dough into a ball, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin or spray with non-stick baking spray.

Step 5

Divide the chilled dough into 24 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a small ball and press it into the prepared mini muffin tin, shaping dough into a small cup.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and well combined.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped walnuts to ensure they’re evenly coated in the filling mixture.

Step 8

Spoon the walnut filling into each of the pastry cups, filling them about 3/4 full.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 18–20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.

Step 10

Remove the tassies from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5–10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve as is or dust lightly with powdered sugar for an added touch. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(666.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3178.5

Total Fat 246.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 97.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 623.1mg	0%
Sodium 1108.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 221.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 106.6g
Protein 49.7g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 353.1mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 1073.2mg	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: 67.1%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 26.9%