How to Make Walnut Tassies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Walnut tassies are a classic Southern dessert that are perfect for any occasion. These bite-sized treats are made with a flaky, buttery crust and filled with a sweet and nutty walnut filling. They are the perfect combination of crunchy and chewy, and are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Walnut tassies are a great option for those who love the flavor of pecan pie but want something a little more bite-sized and portable. They are easy to eat with your hands and can be served at partie...

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Ingredients

  • ½ pound sweet butter
  • 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups dark brown sugar
  • 1 cup chopped walnuts
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 3 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 36
  • Yield: 6 dozen cookies

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat sweet butter and cream cheese together in a bowl with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Gradually stir flour into butter until forming a dough. Shape dough into 1-inch balls and place into 3/4-inch muffin cups. Press dough into the bottom and sides of each muffin cup.
  • Mix brown sugar, walnuts, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract together in a separate bowl. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of walnut filling into the dough cups.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges of cookies are lightly browned and filling is cooked through, about 25 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    159 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 66mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 15g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 48mg