Description
Delightful Puff Pastry Pecan Pie Bites combine classic Southern comfort with elegant French pastry technique. Flaky layers and caramelized pecans create an irresistible treat that promises to elevate any gathering with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
- ½ cup (100 g / 3.5 ounces) brown sugar
- ½ cup (60 g / 2.1 ounces) chopped pecans
Liquid Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 milliliters / 2 fluid ounces) light corn syrup or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
Spices and Flavoring:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by warming it to 375F (190C), ensuring an even temperature throughout. Coat a mini muffin tin with cooking spray or nestle in delicate paper liners to prevent sticking.
- Liberate the puff pastry from its frozen state and gently roll it across a flour-dusted surface, smoothing out any creases. Skillfully slice the pastry into precise 2-inch squares, then tenderly press each piece into the waiting muffin cups, creating delicate pastry vessels.
- Craft the luxurious filling by whisking together brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and a whisper of cinnamon in a ceramic mixing bowl. Incorporate the roughly chopped pecans, stirring until the mixture achieves a harmonious blend of textures and flavors.
- Carefully ladle approximately one tablespoon of the pecan mixture into each pastry cup, maintaining a delicate balance to prevent overflow. The filling will gently rise and settle during the baking process.
- Slide the muffin tin into the preheated oven, allowing the bites to transform for 15-18 minutes. Watch for the telltale signs of perfection: a set filling and a golden-brown pastry that promises crisp, buttery layers.
- Once removed from the oven, let the pecan pie bites rest momentarily in the tin, allowing them to stabilize. Gently transfer to a wire rack, permitting complete cooling. Serve these delectable morsels either warmly inviting or at a comfortable room temperature.
Notes
- Precision matters when rolling out puff pastry, so use a gentle touch to maintain its delicate layers and prevent toughening.
- Ensure pecans are finely chopped for even distribution and a consistent texture in every bite of these mini treats.
- For a gluten-free version, swap traditional puff pastry with gluten-free puff pastry available in specialty stores or bakery sections.
- Prevent overflow by filling pastry cups only about 2/3 full, allowing space for the filling to expand during baking without creating a messy appearance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg