Irresistibly Easy Mini Pecan Tarts for Dessert Bliss

These Easy Mini Pecan Tarts are a delightful dessert combining a buttery crust with a sweet pecan filling, perfect for any occasion.

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Southern

Keyword: Bite-sized Treats, dessert, Easy Mini Pecan Tarts, Pecan Tarts, Southern Charm

Prep Time: 30

Cook Time: 25

Chill Time: 30

Total Time: 1 25

Servings: tarts

Calories: 150kcal

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
tart pan
Muffin tin
wire rack

Ingredients

For the Tart Crust

1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free blend
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter softened; margarine can be used
1/4 cup Granulated Sugar or brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon Salt or sea salt
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or almond extract
1 large Egg Yolk or a whole egg for moisture

For the Pecan Filling

1 cup Pecans, Chopped walnuts can be used as a substitute
1/2 cup Light Corn Syrup or maple syrup
1/2 cup Brown Sugar, Packed white sugar can change the flavor
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or replace with bourbon
1/4 teaspoon Salt use sparingly
1 large Egg, Beaten egg substitute can work as needed

Instructions

Preparation

In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, salt, and egg yolk. Mix until crumbly, then chill the dough for 30 minutes for better handling.
Roll out the chilled dough on a lightly floured surface. Cut it into mini tart shapes and press them into your tart pan or muffin tin, creating a nice shell.
In a separate bowl, blend chopped pecans, light corn syrup, brown sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and the beaten egg. Mix well until everything is evenly combined and fragrant.
Spoon the pecan mixture generously into each cooled tart shell, ensuring not to overfill them to avoid overflow while baking.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the tarts for 20-25 minutes until they're set and the crust turns a lovely golden brown.
Allow the tarts to cool for a few minutes in the pan, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Notes

Drizzle with chocolate for an extra touch of indulgence. Ensure butter is soft but not melted for a flaky crust. Allow tarts to cool completely before removing from the pan to maintain shape.

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