Tiny as a teacup and just as cute, the tassie is best known as a pecan-filled, cookie-like pastry.
But why stop at pecan? Just about anything can fill a tassie’s wee pastry crust. They keep well, and a box of tassies makes a darling gift, too. wapo.st/3D7XFdW
Instead of making one or three full-size pies, what if you made a few trays of tassies?
That way, no matter what kind of gathering you plan to have, everyone can have a bite (or four!) of their favorite Thanksgiving dessert flavors. wapo.st/3D7XFdW
This classic recipe for pecan tassies was adapted from our archives.
Brown sugar and a touch of salt in the filling produces a butterscotch-like layer in each one. Toasted pecans rise to the top and add crunch to each bite. wapo.st/2YyH8R6
Ruby red, and with a filling that’s more sour than sweet, these cranberry tassies are made from either fresh or frozen fruit.
Add an optional dollop of toasted meringue, a sugared cranberry and sprig of rosemary to offset the tart filling. wapo.st/3EUUDKi
The simplest pumpkin custard gets a generous hit of cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg for these pumpkin pie-inspired tassies.
Top each with the tiniest dollop of whipped cream, if you’d like. wapo.st/3EZTkd1
Tangy buttermilk and browned butter unite in a rich, chess-like custard for a Southern-inspired tassie.
Inspired by sugary chess pies, these tassies are not too sweet, and couldn't be easier to make. wapo.st/31FZukd
The tart and spiced apple filling for these apple pie-like tassies turns jammy as it bakes.
A crunchy brown sugar crumble bakes on top of each one for a pleasant counterpoint. wapo.st/31NjwcL
Like teeny tiny lemon tarts, these lemon tassies will make your mouth pucker — a welcome contrast after a meal of heavy, mellow and meaty flavors.
Use a blowtorch or your broiler to toast a swirl of meringue on top for extra fun. wapo.st/3Fgu96r
Like a brownie bite in a buttery crust, this recipe for chocolate tassies is stuffed with chopped dark chocolate.
A pinch of flaky sea salt on top enhances the chocolate’s complex flavors. wapo.st/3km3xc0
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