Description
Miniature pecan pie bites deliver southern comfort in one delightful morsel, offering a perfect balance of sweet caramel and nutty crunch. Guests will savor these elegant, bite-sized treats that bring classic dessert magic to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1 sheet refrigerated pie crust
Sweeteners and Liquids:
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and thoroughly coat a mini muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray.
- Carefully unroll the pie crust and use a circular cookie cutter to create precisely sized rounds that fit perfectly into each muffin cavity.
- Create a smooth, rich filling by vigorously whisking brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg until completely combined and glossy.
- Gently fold chopped pecans into the filling, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Delicately spoon the pecan mixture into each prepared crust, filling each cup approximately three-quarters full to prevent overflow during baking.
- Place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 20-22 minutes, watching for a golden-brown color and set texture that indicates proper doneness.
- Remove from oven and allow the pecan bites to cool completely in the tin, which helps them maintain their shape and develop a perfect texture.
- Carefully remove the bites from the tin using a small offset spatula and transfer to a serving platter for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Customize Crust Options swap traditional pie crust with gluten-free or graham cracker versions for dietary needs.
- Control Sweetness reduce corn syrup amount and replace with maple syrup or honey for a more natural sugar profile.
- Perfect Texture toast pecans beforehand to enhance nutty flavor and create a crunchier bite.
- Mini Presentation ensure even sizing of crust circles for uniform, professional-looking mini pecan pie bites.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 207 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 95 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 27 mg