Description
Mini pecan pies are a delightful treat that combine a flaky crust with a gooey, sweet filling sprinkled with crunchy toasted pecans. Perfect for any occasion, these bite-sized tartlets offer a rich flavor that will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet tooth. Easy to make, they are ideal for gatherings or simply as a special dessert at home. Get ready to enjoy these irresistible mini desserts that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup pecans, toasted
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (dark preferred)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the pie crust on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick and cut into circles that fit your mini muffin tin.
- Spread the pecans on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5-7 minutes until fragrant.
- In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Stir in the toasted pecans.
- Spoon the filling into each pie shell until just full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until set and slightly puffed around the edges.
- Cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For added flavor, experiment by incorporating spices like cinnamon or nutmeg into the filling. You can substitute pecans with walnuts or incorporate chocolate chips for a unique twist.