pecan pie

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Platte City, MO
Updated on Jul 15, 2018

I LOVE pie but my husband is not a sweets eater! These mini pies are perfect when I am craving sweets and I don’t feel guilty about eating the whole pie! They freeze well and thaw in about 15 min. Perfect with a cup of coffee when guests drop in (or for breakfast...)

prep time 10 Min
cook time 25 Min
method Bake
yield 16 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 3 - eggs
  • 1 cup corn syrup, light
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup pecans, in pieces
  • 16 - mini tart shells

How To Make pecan pie

  • Step 1
    ***I use frozen mini pie shells. I have much luck with the Dutch Ann brand***. You will need 2 boxes for this recipe. Preheat oven to 325. Melt butter in microwave. Allow to cool slightly (3-4 min)
  • Step 2
    Beat eggs in a large bowl. Add melted butter, corn syrup, sugars, extract, and salt to eggs. Mix well Add pecans and mix well. Bake @ 325 for 25-30 min

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Category: Pies
Keyword: #Southern
Keyword: #pecan pie
Method: Bake
Culture: American
Ingredient: Nuts

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