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Mini Pecan Pies

Mini Pecan Pies
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Mini Pecan Pies are delightful bite-sized desserts featuring a crispy, buttery crust filled with a rich, gooey caramel-like filling packed with toasted pecans. Perfectly portioned for any occasion, these easy-to-make pies combine irresistible flavors and textures, making them an ideal treat for parties, holidays, or everyday indulgence.

Ingredients

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Crust

  • Pie crust dough (store-bought or homemade)

Filling

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup light corn syrup (or pure maple syrup for variation)
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (or plant-based butter for vegan option)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the crust: Roll out pie dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick. Use a round cookie cutter or glass slightly larger than your mini pie tins to cut circles. Gently press each circle into the tins, trim excess dough, and chill in the fridge to prevent shrinking during baking.
  2. Mix the filling: In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, light corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Fold in the chopped pecans last to maintain their crunch.
  3. Fill the crusts: Spoon the filling evenly into each crust, filling nearly to the top but leaving space to avoid overflow during baking.
  4. Bake thoroughly: Place mini pie tins on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set but slightly jiggly in the center.
  5. Cool completely: Let the mini pecan pies cool in the tins for at least 1 hour to allow the filling to set firmly, ensuring neat slices and perfect texture.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for smooth blending and even baking.
  • Do not overfill crusts to prevent spills and uneven cooking.
  • Chill crust before baking to prevent shrinking and keep edges crisp.
  • Toast pecans lightly to enhance flavor and crunch.
  • Watch baking time carefully; slightly underbaking can yield a more luscious filling but ensure it is set.
  • Let pies cool completely before serving for clean slices and firm filling.

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