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Mini Pecan Pies

Mini Pecan Pies: Irresistibly Sweet Treats for Any Occasion

Delightful mini pecan pies are sweet, buttery treats perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 24 pies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Shortbread Crust
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour is a great substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Cold Butter Keep it chilled until use.
For the Gooey Filling
  • 3 large Eggs Consider using an egg substitute for a vegan version.
  • 1 cup Dark Corn Syrup Maple syrup can be used as an alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar A low-calorie sweetener can be swapped in.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla extract for best flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute with walnuts if preferred.

Equipment

  • Muffin Tins
  • Mixing Bowls
  • pastry cutter
  • Whisk
  • Cooking spray

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray two 12-cup muffin tins with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour and brown sugar. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. Press the crumb mixture evenly into the bottom of each muffin cup and bake for 8-10 minutes until golden.
  4. Whisk together eggs, dark corn syrup, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in a separate bowl.
  5. Stir in chopped pecans until well coated.
  6. Spoon the pecan filling mixture evenly over each baked crust.
  7. Reduce oven temperature to 275°F (135°C) and bake for an additional 30 minutes.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool in the tins for about 10-15 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, keep butter cold and measure ingredients accurately.

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