Caramel Dream Tassies

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, butter, and cream cheese. Use a hand mixer or wooden spoon to mix until a smooth dough forms.

2. Shape the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.

3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a mini muffin pan.

4. In a separate bowl, mix together the brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

5. Gently fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

6. Remove the dough from the refrigerator and shape it into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Press each ball into the greased muffin pan to create a well in the center.

7. Fill each dough cup with a teaspoon of caramel sauce. You can use store-bought caramel or make your own if you prefer.

8. Top each tassie with a sprinkle of sea salt for that perfect sweet and salty contrast.

9. Bake the tassies in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown and the caramel is bubbly.

10. Remove the tassies from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.