One Bite Mini Pecan Pies
These mini pecan pies are the perfect bite size recipe. These are great for any occasion such as holidays and small gatherings and with the use of store bought pie shells all you need to make is the filling; which takes no time at all.
Of all the pies I can have out there Pecan Pie is my absolute favourite, if it’s on the menu I’m ordering it. It’s just soooooo darn good; it’s gooey and decadent and indulgent and hard to just have one slice; but let’s face it it’s not exactly great on the nutrition scale (the pecans are about the only good thing for you in there). So how can I have my pie and eat it too…. making it into a mini bite size pie that’s how.
Why Do I Love These Mini Pecan Pies?
- These bite size pies are perfect for small gatherings or parties so guests can sample lots of littles treats.
- These are freezer friendly, just store them in airtight container and take out what you need. They are good for up to 2 months.
- These mini pies are so darn cute on a holiday platter or dessert table, it’s a grab and go treat.
- Oh and did I mention how incredibly easy they are to make. With the use of store bought tart/pie shells you just make the filling and your done.
What You Need To Make These One Bite Mini Pecan Pies
- Store bought tart/pie shells or you can use pie crust just roll them out and use a cookie cutter.
- Brown sugar
- Egg yolks
- Pecan pieces
- Cornstarch
- Vanilla Extract
- Water
- Butter
Preparing Pie Shells
So as I mentioned I used store bought tart/pie shells; Tenderflake brand to be exact. I took them out of freezer 10 minutes prior to using to let them defrost a bit, makes it easier to separate them. I arranged them on baking sheet and pre-baked for 8-10 mins.
Preparing Filling
Making this filling is as easy as it comes, all you do is take a pot and add the brown sugar, egg yolks, water, cornstarch and pecan pieces and bring it to a boil. Once you let it boil for a minute remove from heat and then just stir in the butter and vanilla and that’s it. Then you fill your shells and bake for another 10 minutes. Seriously you guys this filling is so good I eat it by the spoonful.
How To Store Them
These pies keep well on the counter in an airtight container for 2 days or in the fridge for 5 days.
You can also freeze them in a single layer in an airtight container for up to 2 months, making this a perfect make-ahead dessert for any holiday party or small gathering.
These are by far a favourite in our home we make them a lot; probably because they don’t last long around here, and I know you guys will enjoy these too. It’s the perfect bite size treat.
Don’t forget to take pics and tag me on my Instagram @marisblissfulbites, and as always Happy Baking!
XOXO Mari!
One Bite Mini Pecan Pies
Ingredients
- 1 box of mini pie/tart shells I used Tenderflake brand mini tart shells package of 18. You can use any brand you lke
- ¾ cup of brown sugar
- 2 egg yolks
- 2½ tbsps. of cornstarch
- ¾ cup of water
- 1 cup of chopped pecans
- 2 tbsps. of butter salted or unsalted doesn't matter
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Take out frozen shells and let defrost for about 10 mins. and then arrange them on to baking sheet. Leave them in the aluminum foil wrap to bake.
- Pre-bake shells for about 8-10 mins.
- While shells baking make filling by mixing together first 5 ingredients for filling and cook over medium heat. Stir and bring to a boil, let boil for 1 minute then remove from heat.
- Stir in the butter and vanilla extract.
- Take shells out of oven and place about one tablespoon of filling into prebaked shells.Place in oven and bake for another 10 mins. until and shells are golden brown in colour and filling sets.
- Remove from oven and transfer shells to a rack to cool and set for about 20 mins.At this point you can dust with powdered sugar or leave as it.
delicious! So much flavor and the pecans make it so crunchy with the pie crust. I really recommend!