Mini Pecan Pies (Printable)
Bite-sized pecan treats with rich buttery filling and flaky golden crust, ready in under an hour.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Pie Crust
01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
04 - 2-3 tablespoons cold water
→ Pecan Filling
05 - 3/4 cup light brown sugar
06 - 1/2 cup light corn syrup
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
10 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
11 - 1 cup pecan halves or pieces, chopped
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Generously grease a 12-cup mini muffin pan with butter or cooking spray.
02 - Combine flour and salt in a mixing bowl. Cut in cold cubed butter using a pastry cutter or fingertips until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle cold water over the mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, tossing gently with a fork until dough just holds together when pressed.
03 - Roll dough on a lightly floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut twelve 3-inch circles using a round cutter or glass. Gently press each circle into the wells of the mini muffin tin, extending slightly above the rim.
04 - Whisk brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg, vanilla, and salt in a medium bowl until completely smooth and well combined. Fold in chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
05 - Divide filling evenly among prepared crusts, approximately 1 tablespoon per mini pie. Bake for 22-25 minutes until filling is set and crusts are golden brown.
06 - Let pies cool in the pan for 10 minutes to set. Carefully run a knife around edges to release, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve plain or topped with whipped cream.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These mini pies deliver all the buttery pecan goodness without the commitment of slicing a full pie
- Your guests will love having their own individual dessert and you'll love how impressive they look with minimal effort
02 -
- Work quickly with your dough and keep everything cold to prevent a tough crust
- Let these cool completely before serving or the filling will be too runny
03 -
- Toast your pecans in a 350°F oven for 5 to 7 minutes before chopping for incredible flavor depth
- Use a 3-inch round cookie cutter or a clean tuna can to trace perfectly sized circles