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Mini Pecan Pies Recipe

These Mini Pecan Pies deliver all the flavors of a classic Southern pecan pie in a bite-sized treat! With a flaky, buttery crust and a rich, caramelized pecan filling, they are perfect for holiday gatherings, bake sales, or satisfying a sweet craving
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Southern
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Chill Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 24 mini pies
Calories: 190kcal
Cost: $12

Equipment

  • 1 Mini muffin tin (24-count)
  • 1 3-inch round cookie cutter
  • 2 Mixing bowls Large and medium
  • 1 Whisk
  • 1 Rolling pin
  • 1 Measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 Wire cooling rack

Ingredients

For the Crust

  • cups all-purpose flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for GF option
  • 1 cup unsalted butter Cold, cubed
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 4-6 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 large egg for egg wash

For the Filling

  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups pecans Chopped, plus extra for topping
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • ½ cup pure maple syrup Natural alternative to corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Combine flour and salt in a bowl. Cut in cold butter until crumbly.
  • Gradually add ice water until dough forms. Wrap and chill for 30 min.
  • Roll dough to ⅛-inch thickness and cut 24 circles. Press into muffin tins.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Whisk eggs, brown sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, vanilla, and salt.
  • Stir in chopped pecans.
  • Fill each pastry shell ¾ full with pecan mixture.
  • Place a whole pecan on top of each pie.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes until filling is set and crust is golden.
  • Cool in pans for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.

Notes

  • Make ahead: Prepare up to 3 days in advance
  • Storage: Room temperature 3 days, refrigerated 1 week
  • Freezer friendly: Up to 3 months
  • For gluten-free: Use 1:1 gluten-free flour blend

Nutrition

Serving: 45g | Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 60mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.6mg