Recipe: Baby Pecan Pies 🥧
Description: Indulge in the delightful taste of these mini pecan pies, perfect for sharing with friends and family during the holiday season or any special occasion.
Keywords: Nuts, Christmas, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups, Freezer, Small Appliance
Servings: 72 Baby Pecan Pies
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 cups | Flour |
| 1 1/2 – 3 cups | Butter |
| 12 oz | Cream cheese |
| 2 tsp | Salt |
| 1 1/2 cups | Light brown sugar |
| 1/2 – 1 cup | Butter |
| 3 | Eggs |
| 3 cups | Pecans |
| 1 1/4 tsp | Vanilla extract |
Instructions:
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Prepare Crust:
- In a food processor or mixer, combine flour, butter, cream cheese, and salt until a dough forms.
- Form the dough into small balls.
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Shape Crust:
- Take each ball of dough mixture and press it into the bottom of tea cake pans, ensuring to press up the sides of each cup to form a crust.
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Prepare Filling:
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine light brown sugar, melted butter, eggs, pecans, and vanilla extract to create the filling mixture.
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Assemble Pies:
- Place approximately 1 teaspoon of the pecan filling mixture into each dough cup, evenly distributing the filling among the pies.
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Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 370°F (187°C).
- Place the prepared tea cake pans in the oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
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Serve or Store:
- Once baked, allow the baby pecan pies to cool slightly before serving.
- These pies also freeze beautifully, making them a convenient make-ahead dessert option for busy days or special occasions.
Enjoy these irresistible Baby Pecan Pies as a sweet treat that’s sure to delight everyone at your table! 🌟
