Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Pecan Pie Bites, a wonderfully easy dessert that is sure to impress at your next gathering. These mini treats feature a buttery crust filled with a luscious mixture of sweet brown sugar and toasted pecans, offering a rich flavor in a convenient bite-sized form. Perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, these Pecan Pie Bites can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy stress-free entertaining. With their irresistible crunch and sweetness, these little gems are bound to become a favorite among family and friends!
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons butter (for toasting pecans)
- 2 sticks unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (for crust)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 and 1/2 cups brown sugar (for filling)
- 3/4 cup light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 and 1/2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly spray a mini muffin pan.
- In a skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add chopped pecans and toast until golden brown (about 10 minutes).
- In an electric mixer bowl, beat softened butter and brown sugar until creamy. Mix in flour and salt until combined.
- Press dough into each mini muffin cup to create crusts.
- In another bowl, combine brown sugar, light corn syrup, melted butter, and vanilla; stir until smooth. Fold in toasted pecans.
- Spoon filling into each crust about three-quarters full; bake for approximately 15 minutes.
- Let cool slightly before adding more filling if desired, then allow bites to cool completely before removing from the pan.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg