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Mini Pecan Treats give you all the taste of traditional pecan pie in handy little bites. These cute treats have a buttery, crisp shell filled with a gooey, sweet mixture of brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and crunchy pecans. They're great for parties or when you need a little something sweet. Whip them up in a mini muffin pan for tiny desserts that'll make everyone happy!
INGREDIENTS- Refrigerated pie crust: 1 sheet, forms the crispy shells for your mini treats, creating that melt-in-your-mouth base.
- Brown sugar: 1/4 cup, packed, gives sweetness and caramel notes to the filling.
- Corn syrup: 1/4 cup, creates that classic sticky goodness and helps everything stick together.
- Unsalted butter: 1/4 cup, melted, adds a luxurious buttery flavor throughout.
- Vanilla extract: 1 tsp, brings warmth and rounds out the sweet flavors.
- Large egg: 1, helps the filling set up properly and creates a custard-like texture.
- Chopped pecans: 1/2 cup, provides the nutty crunch these treats are known for.
- Step 7:
- Let these mini pecan treats cool completely before you dig in. They're worth the wait!
- Step 6:
- Pop them in the oven for 18-22 minutes until they turn golden and set up. They should feel firm when lightly touched.
- Step 5:
- Add the pecan mixture into each crust, filling them about 3/4 full. Don't go overboard or they'll bubble over.
- Step 4:
- Mix your chopped pecans into the sweet syrupy blend until they're evenly spread throughout.
- Step 3:
- Grab a bowl and mix brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla, and egg until they're nicely combined.
- Step 2:
- Take your pie crust and cut it into rounds big enough to tuck into each muffin cup.
- Step 1:
- Get your oven going at 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini muffin tin.
- These little treats taste awesome when they're still a bit warm. Room temperature works too if you're not in a rush.
- Keep any leftovers in a sealed container on your counter for up to 3 days, or stick them in the fridge if you want them to last longer.
- Try adding a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to the mix if you want some extra cozy flavor.
- No corn syrup? Don't worry. Maple syrup works great too and gives these bites a different but yummy taste.
Tips from Well-Known Chefs
- Chef Ina Garten says you'll get the crispiest crusts if you make sure they're really cold before they go in the oven.
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