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Quick Pecan Pie Bites

These quick pecan pie bites are perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute holiday gatherings. They use ready-to-bake pie shells for a fast and easy dessert.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 18 bites
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 319
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pecan Pie Bites
  • 1.5 cups pecan halves
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 3 large eggs, beaten
  • 0.5 cup light corn syrup
  • 0.5 cup dark corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 18 3-inch ready-to-bake pie shells

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the ready-to-bake pie shells on a baking sheet.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the white sugar, beaten eggs, light corn syrup, dark corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Whisk until well combined.
  3. Spoon the pecan halves into each pie shell.
  4. Pour the sugar mixture over the pecans in each shell, filling them about three-quarters full.
  5. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown.
  6. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 319kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15g

Notes

These bites are best served warm. You can also make the filling ahead of time and assemble just before baking for an even quicker dessert.

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