Mini Pecan Pies
Indulge in these delightful Mini Pecan Pies, the perfect bite-sized treats that blend a buttery shortbread crust with a rich, nutty filling. These mini desserts are ideal for any occasion—from festive gatherings to cozy family dinners—ensuring you’ll impress your guests with their charming presentation and delicious flavors. Each petite pie offers a satisfying sweet crunch, making them a must-have addition to your dessert table. With easy preparation and versatile serving options, you can enjoy these treats warm or at room temperature, making them suitable year-round.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Makes approximately 24 mini pecan pies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup cold butter
- 5 large eggs
- 1 cup dark corn syrup
- ⅔ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly spray two 12-cup muffin tins with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and brown sugar. Cut in cold butter until crumbly, then press into the bottom of each muffin cup.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, dark corn syrup, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until blended. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Pour filling over crusts in muffin tins until just full.
- Bake for about 40 minutes until filling is set and slightly puffed.
- Let cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
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