Orange Pecan Tassies

Delight your taste buds with these delectable Orange Pecan Tassies, a classic bite-sized treat with a zesty twist. Combining a tender, cream cheese-infused pastry with a luscious filling of brown sugar, finely chopped pecans, and a burst of fresh orange zest, these mini tassies are the perfect balance of nutty richness and citrusy brightness. Baked to golden perfection in a mini muffin tin, they’re easy to make yet sure to impress at any gathering. Dust them with a sprinkle of confectioners' sugar for an elegant finish, and watch them disappear within minutes! With just 25 minutes of prep time, this easy recipe will yield 24 scrumptious tassies that are perfect for holiday spreads, tea parties, or anytime indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 113 grams unsalted butter
• 85 grams cream cheese
• 120 grams all-purpose flour
• 100 grams brown sugar
• 1 whole large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 100 grams pecans, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon orange zest
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 15 grams confectioners' sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter-cream cheese mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 3

Form the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or until firm.

Step 4

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray or butter.

Step 5

Divide the chilled dough into 24 equal pieces and roll each piece into a small ball.

Step 6

Press each ball into a cavity of the mini muffin tin to form a small shell, ensuring the dough extends evenly up the sides.

Step 7

In a medium bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, large egg, vanilla extract, orange zest, and salt until well combined. Fold in the finely chopped pecans.

Step 8

Fill each dough shell with about 1 teaspoon of the pecan filling mixture, being careful not to overfill.

Step 9

Bake the tassies in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges of the crust are golden brown.

Step 10

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

Step 11

If desired, dust the tops of the tassies with confectioners' sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	593.7 grams (593.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2774

Total Fat 204.10g	262%
Saturated Fat 81.60g	408%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 522mg	174%
Sodium 975mg	42%
Total Carbohydrate 224.60g	82%
Dietary Fiber 13.40g	48%
Total Sugars 120.10g
Protein 34.00g	68%

Vitamin D 41IU	205%
Calcium 308mg	24%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 897mg	19%

*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: 64.0%

Protein: 4.7%

Carbs: 31.3%