Best 3 Almond Tassies Recipes

Almond tassies are a classic cookie that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a sweet almond filling that is baked inside a buttery cookie crust. With their delicate flavor and crumbly texture, these cookies are a favorite among both children and adults. The combination of sweet almonds and buttery crust makes them a truly indulgent treat. Whether you are baking for a special occasion or just looking for a delicious snack, almond tassies are sure to please.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CHOCOLATE ALMOND TASSIES

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Provided by Damon Lee Fowler

Categories Chocolate Almond Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 24

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

Dough:
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1 3-ounce package cream cheese, room temperature
1 tablespoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup all purpose flour
Filling:
3/4 cup (packed) golden brown sugar
1 large egg
2 tablespoons amaretto or other almond liqueur
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted, cooled
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup coarsely chopped toasted almonds
1/4 cup mini semisweet chocolate morsels or chopped bittersweet chocolate

Steps:

For dough:
Beat butter, cream cheese, sugar, and salt in large bowl until blended. Stir in flour (dough will be soft and sticky). Scrape dough onto sheet of plastic wrap. Using plastic as aid, shape dough into disk. Cover and chill until firm, at least 2 hours.
Roll dough into twenty-four 1-inch balls; place 1 dough ball in each of 24 mini (2 x3/4-inch) muffin cups. Chill 15 to 20 minutes. Using floured fingertips, press dough over bottom and up sides of each muffin cup, forming shell. Chill until ready to use, up to 1 day.
For filling:
Preheat oven to 350°F. Whisk first 5 ingredients in medium bowl until blended. Stir in almonds and chocolate morsels. Spoon filling into shells.
Bake tassies until crusts are golden brown and filling is set, 23 to 25 minutes. Let stand 5 minutes. Using small sharp knife, cut around each cookie to loosen, then turn out onto rack and cool completely. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Store airtight in refrigerator.

HOLIDAY ALMOND TASSIES

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I make so many of these fancy tassies, I use up a 7-pound container of almond paste every year! They're one of my family's holiday favorites. -Donna Westhouse, Dorr, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 cup butter, softened
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
2 cans (8 ounces each) almond paste
1-1/2 cups sugar
3 large eggs, room temperature, lightly beaten
3 tablespoons orange juice
3 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sliced almonds

Steps:

In a large bowl, cream butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour and mix well. Shape into 48 balls. With floured fingers, press onto the bottom and up the sides of greased miniature muffin cups., For filling, in a large bowl, combine the almond paste, sugar, eggs, orange juice, cream and flour. Fill prepared cups three-fourths full. Sprinkle with almonds. , Bake at 400° until lightly browned, 12-13 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before carefully removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 47mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

ALMOND TASSIES

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A rich buttery crust holds a meringue filling flavored with almond paste. With their delicate, dainty look, these cookies would be especially nice for a ladies' luncheon. -Helen Verbeke, Clifton, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

2 cups butter, softened
1 cup sugar
2 egg yolks
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
FILLING:
1 can (8 ounces) almond paste
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon sugar, divided
2 egg yolks
1 teaspoon lemon juice
3 egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans

Steps:

In a bowl, cream the butter, sugar and egg yolks. Gradually add flour and salt. Divide dough into fourths; roll each portion into 12 small balls. Press each ball onto the bottom and up the sides of a greased miniature muffin cup; set aside., For filling, combine almond paste, 1 cup sugar, egg yolks and lemon juice in a large bowl. In a small bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; beat in vanilla and remaining sugar until stiff peaks form. Beat into the almond mixture., Fill prepared cups three-fourths full. Sprinkle with pecans. Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire racks for 10 minutes. Carefully remove tassies from pans.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

Use room temperature butter: This will make it easier to cream together with the sugar and will result in a lighter, fluffier cookie.
Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing will make the cookies tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
Chill the dough before baking: This will help the cookies hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
Bake the cookies until the edges are just beginning to brown: Overbaking will make the cookies dry and crumbly.
Let the cookies cool completely before filling them: This will help prevent the filling from seeping out.
Use your favorite jam or jelly for the filling: Almond tassies are a great way to use up leftover jam or jelly.

Conclusion:

Almond tassies are a delicious and easy-to-make cookie that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these classic cookies that will be enjoyed by everyone. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give almond tassies a try!