Irresistible Mini Pecan Pies: A Holiday Dessert Delight

Name: Irresistible Mini Pecan Pies: A Holiday Dessert Delight
Total time: 45 mins
Ingredients: 1.5 cups pecan halves; 1 cup white sugar; 3 eggs, beaten; 0.5 cup light corn syrup; 0.5 cup dark corn syrup; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 18 (3 inch) ready-to-bake pie shells

Perfect for holidays or any occasion, these mini pecan pies offer an easy and elegant dessert option. Using light corn syrup allows the natural pecan flavor to shine, avoiding excessive sweetness. Enjoy them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for the ultimate treat.

Total time45 mins
Prep time20 mins
Cook time25 mins
Yield18 mini pies, 18

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Servings

Ingredients

1.5 cups pecan halves
1 cup white sugar
3 eggs, beaten
0.5 cup light corn syrup
0.5 cup dark corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
0.25 teaspoon salt
18 (3 inch) ready-to-bake pie shells

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather all necessary ingredients for these delightful mini pecan pies.
Using a food processor, pulse the pecans until they are coarsely chopped, preparing them for the filling.
In a mixing bowl, combine sugar, eggs, light corn syrup, dark corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Gently fold in the coarsely chopped pecans. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the pecan mixture into each mini pie shell and arrange the pies on a baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the mini pies turn a beautiful golden brown. Serve warm or let them cool. Store leftovers in airtight containers for up to one week.

Nutrition

Calories: 319 kcal
Fat Content: 15 g
Fiber Content: 1 g
Sugar Content: 22 g
Sodium Content: 163 mg
Protein Content: 3 g
Cholesterol Content: 35 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 45 g
Saturated Fat Content: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g