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November 16, 2019

Mini Pecan Pies

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In just 30 minutes you can make these mini pecan pies for your holiday party!  The perfect finger food dessert!

In just 30 minutes you can make these mini pecan pies for your holiday party!  The perfect finger food dessert!

Mini Pecan Pies - party bites ready in 30 minutes using refrigerated pie crust.This mini pecan pies recipe is one I created for Pillsbury using their refrigerated pie crusts. Using only a few ingredients, these are fast pecan pie bites you can whip together within 30 minutes.

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It's always nice to serve finger food desserts that are different than cookies and brownies.  These pecan pie bites are a great way to allow your guests a taste of pie without a fork and plate!  Finger food sweets at its best!

scalloped cookies cutter on refrigerated pie crustTo make these mini pecan pies, use refrigerated pie crusts.  Two pie crusts come in a box (like Pillsbury's refrigerated pie crusts) and allow to thaw according to the packages directions.  Use a 3-inch round cookie cutter to cut out rounds for the mini crusts.  I like to make it pretty by using my scalloped cookie cutter, but you don't have to!

mini pie crusts baked on upside down min muffin panYou do not need a special tart pan to make these.  Grab your nonstick mini muffin pan and flip it upside down!  Yes, upside down!  You'll place the dough rounds on the outside of the muffin cups and bake them that way.  This creates a larger tart-sized crust than if you tried to line the inside of the muffin cups and no special pans required!

You can prepare these mini pecan pies up to 3 days in advance so they're ready in a pinch.  That way, on party day you only need to worry about taking them out of the fridge and placing them on a pretty platter.

Mini Pecan Pies - party bites ready in 30 minutes using refrigerated pie crust.

I know you'll LOVE these mini pecan pies!  You'll especially love having a finger food dessert option that goes beyond traditional cookies and cupcakes.  Pie at your finger tips!

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4.78 from 9 votes

Mini Pecan Pies

In just 30 minutes you can make these mini pecan pies for your holiday party!  The perfect finger food dessert!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Thanksgiving
Keyword: finger food dessert, mini pecan pies, pecan pie bites, pecan pie tarts
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 238kcal
Author: Nikki Gladd

Ingredients

  • 2 refrigerated pie crusts , from 1 box and thawed to package directions
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup cornstarch
  • 1 ¼ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups pecan halves , chopped
  • 16 pecan halves

Instructions

For the crust:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Unroll 1 pie crust on clean work surface. Use 3-inch round or scalloped cookie cutter to cut 8 rounds. Place on outsides of cups of upside-down nonstick mini muffin pan, skipping every other one. Repeat with second crust.
  • Bake 8 minutes or until golden. Cool 5 minutes then remove shells from pan to cooling rack to cool completely.

For the filling:

  • Meanwhile, in medium pot, mix brown sugar, cornstarch and water. Bring to boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 1 minute; remove from heat. Stir in butter, vanilla and chopped pecans. Cool 10 minutes.
  • Use a small cookie scoop to fill each shell with cooled pecan mixture. Top each with a pecan half. Serve immediately, or refrigerate and serve within 3 days.

Notes

  • For a nuttier pie, add up to ½ cup additional chopped pecans.
  • Re-roll scraps of dough to make more crusts.

Nutrition

Calories: 238kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 83mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 27IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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This post was originally published on December 5, 2016 and updated on November 16, 2019.

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  1. Donna D says

    October 12, 2020 at 9:23 am

    Can you make the crusts ahead of time and freeze?

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    • Nikki Gladd says

      October 12, 2020 at 6:37 pm

      Yes! In fact, that is a great idea. I'd suggest after baking, let them cool to room temperature then set them on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer and freeze for 1 hour. Transfer them to a zipper bag to store in the freezer until ready to use. Thaw on counter top. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Anonymous says

    November 17, 2019 at 1:08 pm

    5 stars
    Made these today! Delicious! My husband already wants me to make more.

    Reply
    • Nikki Gladd says

      November 17, 2019 at 6:46 pm

      I hope you made him more! haha! Thanks for the review!

      Reply
  3. Mary Jane Bogle says

    November 17, 2019 at 12:12 pm

    Great idea, Nikki! I love these...and they're perfect for Thanksgiving! Definitely bringing these to the in-laws this year. Thanks! 🙂

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    • Nikki Gladd says

      November 17, 2019 at 6:47 pm

      Thank you! I hope your in-laws love them!

      Reply
  4. zapnear says

    December 14, 2016 at 12:49 pm

    Wow, look at those! Little works of art, I'll be having a crack at these on boxing day.

    Reply

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