Description
Deliciously sweet and nutty, these mini pecan pies are the perfect bite-sized treats for holidays, parties, or any dessert table. With a buttery homemade crust and a gooey, caramelized pecan filling, each bite offers a delightful balance of crunch and softness. Easy to make and full of classic pecan pie flavor, these mini desserts are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
For the Crust:
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
3–4 tablespoons ice water
For the Filling:
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
3/4 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- Make the Crust:
- In a food processor, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Slowly add ice water, one tablespoon at a time, pulsing until the dough comes together.
- Form the dough into a disc, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Roll & Cut: Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thick. Use a round cutter to cut circles and press them into the mini muffin tin to form crusts.
- Prepare the Filling: In a bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla, salt, and egg until smooth. Stir in chopped pecans.
- Fill & Bake: Spoon the filling into each crust, filling them about 3/4 full. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
- Cool & Serve: Let the pies cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For extra crunch, top each pie with a whole pecan before baking.
To prevent sogginess, avoid overfilling the crust and ensure the filling is fully set.
Store-bought crust? It works great if you’re short on time—just cut and fit into the muffin tin.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 mini pecan pies
- Calories: 180 kcal
