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
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, egg, softened butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until smooth and well combined.
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Add Sliced Almonds: Fold in the sliced almonds into the mixture until evenly distributed.
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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.
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Fill the Tassies: Spoon the almond mixture into each pastry shell, filling them about 3/4 full.
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Bake: Place the filled tassies in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
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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.
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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! 🌟