Ingredients

• 6 ounces cream cheese
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup butter
• 1 , 14 ounce
• 0.5 cups evaporated milk
• 0.5 cups white sugar
• 1 cup shortening
• 0.33 cups evaporated milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1. 1 Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. 2 Combine cream cheese, butter, and flour; mix to form a dough. Pinch off 48 equal pieces and press into mini tassie pans.
3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until lightly brown. Cool slightly, then carefully remove from the pans as they can break easily.
4. 4 Melt caramels and 1/2 cup evaporated milk in a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave on medium-high heat. Stir until creamy. Pour melted caramel into shells and top with frosting.
5. 5 To make the frosting: Beat sugar, 1/3 cup evaporated milk, shortening, and vanilla until light and creamy.

Nutrition per serving