Chess Cakes

The coconut filling can be prepared up to 1 day ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature and stir well before filling the pastry shells. Unbaked filled pastries can be refrigerated for up to 4 hours before baking.

Store baked chess cakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days. The pastry will soften slightly when refrigerated. For best texture, bring to room temperature or warm in a 300°F oven for 5-7 minutes before serving.