Lemon Tassies Recipe

Whip up a batch of these delightful Lemon Tassies and keep them in your freezer for those surprise guests! These zesty, buttery treats are incredibly easy to make and are sure to impress. Recipe #59854 provides the perfect base for these irresistible mini lemon tarts. Perfect for afternoon tea, dessert, or a quick sweet treat.

Prep Time 30 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 53.6 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Lemon Tassies

½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
½ cup (113g) unsalted butter, softened
1 large egg
Light Corn Syrup
Fresh Lemon Juice
Fresh Lemon Rind
Cheese Pastry

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How to Make Lemon Tassies

Make pastry according to your favorite recipe (or use store-bought) and fit it into 24 miniature muffin tins.
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
For the filling: In a medium bowl, cream together 1/2 cup (113g) softened butter and 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in 1 large egg, 1/4 cup (60ml) light corn syrup, 1/4 cup (60ml) fresh lemon juice, and the zest of 1 lemon.
Divide the filling evenly among the pastry shells.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
Let the tassies cool in the muffin tins for 5 minutes before carefully removing them.
Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving and storing in the freezer.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Lemon Tassies?

Lemon Tassies takes about 75 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Lemon Tassies?

Lemon Tassies has approximately 53.6 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Lemon Tassies?

The key ingredients for Lemon Tassies are Sugar, Butter, Egg, Light Corn Syrup, Fresh Lemon Juice, Fresh Lemon Rind. See the full list with measurements above.