CRANBERRY PECAN TASSIES

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A traditional pecan tassie is a small tart with nuts. This holiday version adds cranberries. How festive! -Peggy West, Georgetown, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup butter, softened
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg, room temperature
2/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat butter and cream cheese until smooth; gradually beat in flour. Refrigerate, covered, 30 minutes or until firm enough to shape., Preheat oven to 325°. Shape dough into 1-in. balls; place in greased mini-muffin cups. Press evenly onto bottoms and up sides of cups., In a small bowl, beat egg, brown sugar, melted butter and orange zest until blended. Stir in pecans. Spoon 1-1/2 teaspoons filling into each cup; top with cranberries., Bake 20-25 minutes or until crust is golden and filling is set. Cool in pans 2 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.Freeze option: Freeze cookies, layered between waxed paper, in freezer containers. To use, thaw before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Ahmed Jafaar
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These tassies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my family loved them. They're a great dessert for a special occasion.


The 10 year old farmer Majid
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I've made these tassies several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect size for a party or potluck.


kym healy
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These tassies were delicious! The cranberry filling was tart and tangy, and the pecans added a nice crunch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Joshim Shekh
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I made these tassies for my holiday baking exchange and they were a big hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they look so festive.


Semakaleng Moeketsi
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These tassies were a bit too tart for my taste, but my husband loved them. They're a great dessert for someone who likes tart flavors.


Sabirnadeem Jan
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I've made these tassies several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect size for a party or potluck.


hanif swati
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I made these tassies for my Christmas party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so easy to make and they look so festive.


Krishna Kumari
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These tassies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my family loved them. They're a great dessert for a special occasion.


Bahadur Gaincho
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I've made these tassies several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect balance of tart and sweet, and the pecans add a nice crunch. I love that they're so easy to make, too.


Phillie 2021
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These tassies were easy to make and turned out beautifully. The filling was tart and sweet, and the pecans added a nice crunch. They were a big hit at my party.


maleesha maleesha
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I followed the recipe exactly and the tassies turned out great! They were the perfect size and the filling was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


eva school
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These tassies were a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved them. They're a great dessert for a potluck or bake sale.


saim shaikh
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These tassies are so delicious! The cranberry filling is tart and tangy, and the pecans add a nice crunch. I love that they're so easy to make, too. I'll definitely be making these again.


Shesha Lover
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I made these tassies for my family and they loved them! The recipe was easy to follow and the tassies turned out perfectly. They were the perfect addition to our holiday dessert table.


Jeewan Adhikari
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These cranberry pecan tassies were a hit at my holiday party! The filling was tart and sweet, and the pecans added a nice crunch. I'll definitely be making these again next year.