Description
Mini Pecan Pies are the perfect bite-sized treat that brings a twist to the classic Southern dessert. These mini pies offer all the rich, buttery goodness of traditional pecan pie in a portable form, making them ideal for parties, holidays, or a sweet craving. A delicious combination of flaky crust, caramelized filling, and crunchy pecans in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- ⅓ cup light corn syrup
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare Dough: Roll out the pie crust to a 12-inch circle. Use a 3-inch cookie cutter to cut out 12 circles, then press them into a 12-count muffin pan. Refrigerate while preparing the filling.
- Mix the Filling: Combine corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, beaten egg, and vanilla extract in a bowl. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Assemble the Pies: Spoon 1 tablespoon of pecan filling into each dough-lined muffin cavity.
- Bake: Bake for 25 minutes or until the filling is set and puffed.
- Cool and Serve: Cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- You can use store-bought pie crust for a quicker option.
- Customize with variations like chocolate, maple, or spiced pecan pies.
- For a festive touch, add a sprinkle of coarse sugar before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
