Pecan Goody Cups

Pecan Goody Cups

3/4 cup butter, softened
2 pkg. (3 oz each) cream cheese,
softened
2 cups flour

Filling:
1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tbsp butter, melted
48 pecan halves

In a large bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy. Gradually add the flour. Beat until the mixture forms a ball. Cover and refrigerate for 15 minutes. For the filling: In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, eggs, and butter. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Press onto the bottoms and up the sides of the greased miniature muffin cups. Spoon the filling into the cups. Top each with a pecan half. Bake at 350 F for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 2-3 minutes before removing from the pans to wire racks. Makes 4 dozen