Golden Almond Tassies: Miniature Almond-filled Tartlets

Almond Tassies Recipe

Overview

Almond Tassies are delightful miniature tarts filled with a sweet almond mixture, perfect for various occasions from holiday gatherings to brunches. They are easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy!

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 25 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: 24 tassies
• Calories per Serving: 50.5
• Dietary Considerations: Kid Friendly, Low Carb
• Course: Dessert, Brunch
• Season: Christmas, Thanksgiving, St. Patrick’s Day

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 egg
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup sliced almonds
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 24 whole almonds (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

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2. Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, egg, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.

3. Add Sliced Almonds: Fold in the sliced almonds into the mixture until evenly distributed.

4. Prepare Pastry Shells: If using ready-made pastry shells, place one whole almond in each unbaked pastry shell. If making your own, line mini muffin pans with pastry dough and place one almond in each.

5. Fill the Tassies: Spoon the almond mixture into each pastry shell, filling them about 3/4 full.

6. Bake: Place the filled tassies in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

7. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the tassies cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. Enjoy: Once cooled, serve these delicious Almond Tassies at room temperature. They are perfect for festive gatherings, brunches, or as a sweet treat any time of day!

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 50.5
• Total Fat: 2.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.5g
• Cholesterol: 10.1mg
• Sodium: 15.7mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 7.3g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.3g
  • Sugars: 6.8g
• Protein: 0.9g

Tips for Making Almond Tassies

• Pastry Shells: If you prefer homemade pastry shells, you can use a simple shortcrust pastry recipe or store-bought mini tart shells for convenience.
• Variations: Feel free to customize the tassies by adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dash of almond extract to enhance the almond flavor.
• Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. They can also be frozen for longer storage.

Almond Tassies are not only delicious but also visually appealing with their almond garnish, making them a charming addition to your dessert table or brunch spread. Enjoy making and sharing these delightful treats from lovewithrecipes.com! 🌟