Description
Delight in these Mini Pecan Pies, perfect bite-sized treats featuring a buttery crust filled with a rich, gooey pecan mixture. Easy to prepare and baked to a golden brown, these pies bring classic pecan pie flavor in a convenient individual serving size ideal for parties or dessert anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crusts
- 1 package mini pie crusts (12 count)
Filling
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and arrange the mini pie crusts on a baking sheet to get ready for baking.
- Prepare Filling: In a mixing bowl, whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Pecans: Stir in the chopped pecans thoroughly until they are evenly distributed within the mixture.
- Fill Pie Crusts: Carefully pour the pecan filling into each mini pie crust, filling them almost to the top without overflowing.
- Bake: Place the filled pies in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set firmly and the tops are a golden brown color.
- Cool Before Serving: Remove the pies from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet before serving to ensure the filling sets perfectly.
Notes
- You can substitute light corn syrup with maple syrup or honey for a different flavor.
- Ensure not to overfill the mini pie crusts to prevent spills during baking.
- For an extra crunch, toast the chopped pecans lightly before adding them to the filling.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
