Here’s a simple, foolproof recipe for Mini Pecan Pies—sweet, nutty, and perfect bite-sized treats for any occasion.
🥧 Mini Pecan Pies (Easy Recipe)
🧾 Ingredients (Makes 12–15 mini pies)
For the crust:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cold butter (cubed)
- 2–3 tbsp cold water
- Pinch of salt
For the filling:
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup corn syrup (or honey as a substitute)
- 2 eggs
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup pecans (chopped or halves)
🔥 Instructions
1. Prepare the crust
- Mix flour and salt in a bowl.
- Add cold butter and rub it in until crumbly.
- Add cold water gradually until dough forms.
- Chill for 20–30 minutes.
2. Shape mini crusts
- Roll out the dough and cut small circles.
- Press them into a greased mini muffin tin.
3. Make the filling
- In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Stir in pecans.
4. Assemble
- Fill each crust about ¾ full with the pecan mixture.
5. Bake
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F)
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until set and golden
6. Cool & Serve
- Let them cool completely before removing
- Serve as is or with whipped cream
💡 Tips for Perfect Mini Pecan Pies
- Don’t overfill—they puff slightly while baking
- Use a mix of chopped + whole pecans for better texture
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or a drop of lemon juice to balance sweetness
- Chill before serving for cleaner shapes
These mini pecan pies are crispy on the outside, gooey in the center, and packed with rich caramel-like flavor—perfect for tea time, parties, or gifting 🎁
If you want, I can give you a super quick version using store-bought pastry or even a 15-minute hack recipe.