Pecan Tassies

Pecan Tassies are a bite-sized holiday treat that combines a buttery, cream cheese pastry crust with a sweet, nutty pecan filling. This recipe was passed along to me by a friend and has quickly become a favorite! Made with Heinen’s new branded flour, cream cheese and unsalted butter, these miniature pecan pies are simple to prepare and packed with classic holiday flavor.

Perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings, December celebrations or simply sharing with family and friends, these little treats make a delicious addition to any holiday dessert spread. Their miniature size makes them easy to serve, share and enjoy without committing to a whole slice of pie!

Why You’ll Love These Pecan Tassies

• Buttery, Sweet and Nutty Flavor: These bite-sized pecan pies feature a rich, buttery crust made with Heinen’s newly branded flour, cream cheese and unsalted butter. Filled with a sweet, nutty pecan mixture, they deliver all the delicious flavors of traditional pecan pie in a perfectly portioned miniature treat.

• Easy to Make with a Simple Trick: With just a handful of ingredients, these little treats are surprisingly easy to prepare! Use a tart tamper to press the dough evenly into mini muffin tins, creating perfectly shaped, uniform pastry shells that are ready to fill and bake.

• Perfect for Holiday Entertaining: Whether you're hosting Thanksgiving dinner, attending a holiday party or preparing a festive dessert spread for family and friends, these miniature pecan pies are always a crowd-pleaser. Their bite-sized portions make them easy to serve, share and enjoy throughout the holiday season!

Ingredients for the Cheese Pastry

1 package (3 oz.) cream cheese
½ cup butter
1 cup sifted flour

Ingredients for the Pecan Filling

1 egg

¾ cup brown sugar

1 Tbsp. Soft butter

1 tsp vanilla

2/3 cup coarsely broken pecans

Dash of Salt

Instructions:

Let the cream cheese and ½ cup butter soften to room temp; then blend.

Stir in the sifted flour. Chill slightly, about 1 hour.

Preheat oven to 325 F.

Shape the chilled dough into 2 dozen 1 inch balls; place in tiny, ungreased 1 ¾ in. Muffin cups. Press dough onto the bottom and sides of the cups.

For the filling, beat together egg, sugar, 1 Tbsp. Butter, vanilla, and salt until smooth.

Divide half the pecans among pastry-lined cups; add egg mixture and top with remaining pecans.

Bake at 325 F for 25 minutes or until the filling is set.

Let Tassies cool, then remove from pan.