Description
Irresistible Mini Pecan Pies are the perfect sweet treat for any occasion. These bite-sized delights feature a signature buttery crust filled with a rich, gooey pecan mixture that combines caramel sweetness with nutty goodness. Whether you’re hosting a party or just need a cozy dessert to brighten your day, these mini pies will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 batch pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll out pie crusts and cut circles to fit muffin tins.
- Press each circle into the muffin cups snugly.
- In a bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Stir in chopped pecans until coated.
- Fill each crust with the pecan mixture until just below the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are golden brown and filling is set but jiggles slightly.
- Allow to cool before removing from tins.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg