Mini Pecan Pies Buttery Bites (Printable)

Rich, buttery bite-sized pecan pies with flaky crusts and sweet nutty filling, ideal for parties and holiday celebrations.

# What goes in:

→ Pie Crust

01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 2-3 tablespoons cold water

→ Pecan Filling

05 - 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
06 - 1/2 cup light corn syrup
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 1 cup pecan halves, chopped

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 12-cup mini muffin pan thoroughly with cooking spray or butter.
02 - Combine flour and salt in a mixing bowl. Cut in cold butter using a pastry blender or fork until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle with cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until dough holds together when pressed.
03 - Roll dough on lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut twelve 3-inch circles using a round cutter or glass. Press circles into muffin cups, easing dough into bottoms and up sides.
04 - Whisk brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg, vanilla, and salt until completely smooth. Fold in chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
05 - Divide filling evenly among crusts, about 1 tablespoon each. Bake 22 to 25 minutes until filling is set and crusts are golden brown.
06 - Let cool in pan 10 minutes. Carefully loosen edges and remove to wire rack. Cool completely before serving. Top with whipped cream if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • These mini pies deliver all the rich, gooey satisfaction of traditional pecan pie in just two bites
  • The individual portions mean everyone gets their own perfectly edged crusty shell
  • They're surprisingly simple to make but impressive enough for any gathering
02 -
  • Hot filling will bubble over if you overfill the shells, so leave a tiny bit of room at the top
  • The crust needs to cool completely in the pan or it might fall apart when you try to remove it
  • Toasting your pecans beforehand adds a depth of flavor that makes these truly exceptional
03 -
  • Chill your muffin tin in the freezer for 10 minutes before adding the dough for extra flaky results
  • If the crust edges brown too quickly, tent them loosely with foil for the last few minutes of baking

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