Almond Tassies

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13

Delicious and nutty Almond Tassies

by The Chefin Pastry

Prep

20 min

Cook

16 min

Ready In

36 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

220

Sugar

23g

Fat

13g

Almond tassies are a classic dessert in the United States, often enjoyed during the holiday season. These bite-sized treats have a sweet and nutty flavor that is perfect for satisfying a sweet tooth. They can be served at parties, gatherings, or enjoyed as a quick and easy dessert option. Made with brown sugar, egg, melted butter, vanilla, almond extract, and sliced almonds, they are simple to make and delicious to eat.

Instructions

1.	Prepare muffin tin cups by greasing or lining.
2.	In a separate bowl, mix brown sugar, egg, melted butter, vanilla, almond extract, and salt together until well combined.
3.	Stir in sliced almonds, reserving a few for garnish.
4.	Divide mixture into muffin cups and press down to form a shell.
5.	Bake in preheated oven at 350°F for 8 minutes.
6.	Add whole almond to the top of each shell and bake for another 6-8 minutes.
7.	Let cool and enjoy!

PROS

These almond tassies are sweet and nutty, perfect for a quick and easy dessert treat.

They are small and bite-sized, making them ideal for serving at parties or gatherings.

CONS

These almond tassies are high in sugar and fat, making them not the healthiest dessert option.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although they are not the healthiest dessert option, the almonds in this recipe can provide health benefits such as lowering cholesterol levels and reducing the risk of heart disease. They are also a good source of protein and fiber.

	3/4 cup brown sugar
	1 egg
	1 tablespoon melted butter
	1/2 teaspoon vanilla
	1/4 teaspoon almond extract
	1 dash salt
	3/4 cup sliced almonds
	1 whole almonds ( for garnish )