Description
Mini Pecan Pies are delightful bite-sized treats that offer a perfect balance of crunchy pecans and a sweet, gooey filling. These pies are a staple during the holiday season, impressing guests with their rich flavors and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
Scale
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cold unsalted butter
a pinch of salt
1 cup chopped pecans
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup light corn syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a mini muffin tin by greasing it lightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cold unsalted butter, and salt. Mix until you achieve a crumbly texture.
- Press a small amount of the dough into each cup of the mini muffin tin to form a crust.
- In another bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and corn syrup until well combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans and mix until evenly distributed.
- Pour the pecan mixture into each pie crust, filling them about 3/4 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the filling is set and the crust is golden.
- Allow the mini pecan pies to cool for a few minutes before carefully removing them from the muffin tin.
Notes
For an extra touch, serve these mini pecan pies with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Ensure the pies are completely cooled before serving to maintain their shape.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Mini Pecan Pies, holiday treats, bite-sized desserts, pecan recipes, American desserts