Description
Indulge in these exquisite bite-sized pecan pies, perfect for gatherings and celebrations.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1–2 tablespoons cold water
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- A sprinkle of sea salt (for garnish)
- Whipped cream (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour and salt, and cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Gradually add cold water until the dough comes together. Wrap in plastic wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- On a floured surface, roll the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness and cut into circles to fit your mini muffin tin. Gently press each circle into the molds.
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined. Stir in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Pour the filling into each crust, filling just below the rim.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Allow the pies to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Sprinkle with sea salt and top with whipped cream if desired.
Notes
Use fresh pecans for enhanced flavor and monitor baking closely to avoid overbaking.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg