Mini Pecan Pies
Delicious bite-sized pecan pies that are perfect for parties or dessert lovers. These mini versions capture all the rich, sweet flavors of traditional pecan pie in a fun, portable form.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 mini pies 1x
- Method: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- Crust:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 3–5 tablespoons ice water
- Filling:
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups pecans, chopped and whole
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cup muffin tin or use mini tart pans.
- Make the crust: In a food processor, combine flour and salt. Add butter and pulse until crumbly. Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Divide dough into 12 balls, press into muffin tin to form crusts.
- Bake crusts for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
- Make the filling: In a bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla, salt, and eggs until smooth. Stir in pecans.
- Pour filling into pre-baked crusts, dividing evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until filling is set and crust is golden. Cool in pan before removing.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week. For best results, use fresh pecans. These pies can be made ahead and frozen; thaw before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 4g
Find it online: https://www.delicetreats.com/mini-pecan-pie-recipe/