Hey, y'all! There are few southern party desserts that are easier - or more delicious - than pecan tassies. These little bites of heaven are like mini pecan pies, packed with a sweet, gooey filling and a crisp, buttery crust. They’re perfect for gatherings, and they disappear fast because everyone loves their rich, nutty flavor. Whip up a batch, and you’ll see why these tassies are a party favorite!

Pecan Tassies

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While this is a classic dessert, I do hope that y'all enjoy my version. My secret to making them easier? Using pre-made phyllo cups and Rivulet!

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Ingredients: Pecan Tassies

• Frozen Phyllo Cups/Shells
• 1 c. Pecans, chopped
• 1 egg
• ⅔ c. brown sugar
• ⅓ c. White Karo Syrup
• 2 tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tbsp. vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp. Rivulet Pecan Liqueur
• 1 pinch Kosher Salt

How to Make Pecan Tassies

1. Preheat oven to 400F.
2. In a large bowl, combine pecans, egg, brown sugar, white Karo syrup, vanilla extract, Rivulet, and salt. Mix until well-combined.
3. Add in the melted butter and stir.
4. Divide even scoops of the pecan tassie filling into each phyllo cup.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and a toothpick comes out clean. Enjoy!

Pro Tips For Making This Recipe

1. Use the pre-made phyllo cup shells -- they are delicious and so easy!

Other Pecan Recipes You'll Love

1. Chocolate Pecan Pie
2. Orange Pecan Cookies
3. Pecan Cobbler
4. Praline French Toast Casserole

Pecan Tassies Recipe

Pecan Tassies

JC Phelps

If you're looking for the perfect party dessert, look no further than my southern pecan tassies. Easy and delicious!

5 from 25 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 18 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American, Southern

Servings 20 servings

Calories 93 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• Frozen Phyllo Cups/Shells
• 1 c Pecans chopped
• 1 egg
• ⅔ c. brown sugar
• ⅓ c. White Karo Syrup
• 2 tbsp. unsalted butter melted
• 2 tbsp. vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp. Rivulet Pecan Liqueur
• 1 pinch Kosher Salt

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 400F.
• In a large bowl, combine pecans, egg, brown sugar, white Karo syrup, vanilla extract, Rivulet, and salt. Mix until well-combined.
• Add in the melted butter and stir.
• Divide even scoops of the pecan tassie filling into each phyllo cup.
• Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and a toothpick comes out clean. Enjoy!

Notes

Use the pre-made phyllo cup shells -- they are delicious and so easy!

Nutrition

Calories: 93kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.05gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 10mgPotassium: 36mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 52IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 0.2mg

Keyword pecan tassies, tassies

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JC