Grandma Fraser's "Tassies" (Pecan Tarts)

Grandma Fraser's "Tassies" (Pecan Tarts) photo
Makes 2 dozen tarts
JenniferJennifer

These are a great little dessert that remind me of visits to my Grandparents’ house, especially in winter.

ingredients

Crust
  • 1 3 oz. cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup butter (or margarine)
  • 1 cup sifted flour
Filling
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 tablespoon soft butter
  • dash of salt
  • 1/3 cup broken pecans

directions

  • 1

    To make crust:

  • 2

    Blend at room temperature. Chill for 1 hour. Roll into 1 inch balls and press into tart shells.

  • 3

    To make filling:

  • 4

    Blend first 5 ingredients until smooth. Add pecans. Spoon into pastry, about 1 teaspoon per cup. Bake at 325 degrees for about 25 minutes or until set.

notes

Top with a dollop of whipped cream for a special little treat.

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