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Mini Pecan Pies

Mini Pecan Pies
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Mini Pecan Pies offer a delightful bite-sized version of the classic pecan pie with a perfectly flaky crust and rich, gooey filling. Ideal for parties, holidays, or casual treats, these portable pies combine nutty sweetness and buttery richness with simple ingredients and easy steps to impress family and friends.

Ingredients

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For the Pie Crust

  • Pre-made or homemade pie crust, enough to line mini muffin tin cups

For the Pecan Filling

  • 1 cup pecans, fresh or toasted, plus extra for topping
  • 2/3 cup light corn syrup
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pie Crust: Roll out your homemade dough or thaw a pre-made pie crust. Use a small round cutter to cut circles just large enough to fit your mini muffin tin cups. Gently press each circle into the wells, ensuring a snug fit without tearing the dough.
  2. Toast the Pecans: Lightly toast the pecans in a dry skillet or oven for 5-7 minutes until fragrant. This enhances their natural nuttiness and adds extra crunch to the pies.
  3. Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until smooth and fully incorporated. Carefully stir in the toasted pecans, reserving a few for topping.
  4. Fill the Mini Crusts: Spoon the pecan filling evenly into each crust-lined muffin cup, filling about three-quarters full to allow room for bubbling and rising. Sprinkle reserved pecans on top for a decorative finish.
  5. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the mini pies for 20-25 minutes, until the filling is set but still slightly jiggly in the center and the crust is golden brown.
  6. Cool and Serve: Let the mini pies cool completely in the tin before carefully removing them. Cooling helps the filling set, making the pies easier to handle and enjoy.

Notes

  • Keep pie dough chilled before cutting to make handling easier and prevent shrinking during baking.
  • Do not overfill the crusts to avoid overflow during baking and ensure perfect portion sizes.
  • Use light corn syrup to maintain a balanced sweetness that doesn’t overpower the pecan flavor.
  • Monitor the baking time closely as mini pies bake faster and can burn if left too long.
  • Allow pies to cool completely to let the filling firm up before serving or storing.

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