Chrissi's Cream Cheese Nut Cups Mini Pecan Pies
Indulge in the bite-sized decadence of **Chrissi's Cream Cheese Nut Cups Mini Pecan Pies**, a delightful twist on the classic Southern pecan pie. These rich and buttery treats feature a creamy cream cheese pastry shell that’s irresistibly tender, filled with a gooey brown sugar and chopped pecan mixture, and baked to perfection. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying, making it an ideal choice for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a sweet bite to accompany your afternoon coffee. Each mini pie offers the perfect balance of nutty crunch, caramelized sweetness, and melt-in-your-mouth creaminess. Whether you’re a pecan lover or simply seeking an easy yet show-stopping dessert, these mini pecan pies are sure to impress!
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Ingredients
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 1 Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 cup Chopped pecans
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
Step 2
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and unsalted butter. Beat until light and fluffy.
Step 3
Add the all-purpose flour gradually to the cream cheese and butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
Step 4
Divide the dough into 24 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and press it into the bottom and sides of each mini muffin cup to create a pastry shell.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, egg, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
Step 6
Stir the chopped pecans into the filling mixture, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
Step 7
Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the filling into each prepared pastry shell, being careful not to overfill.
Step 8
Bake the mini pecan pies in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the filling is set and the edges of the crust are golden brown.
Step 9
Remove the nut cups from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
Step 10
Carefully remove the pies from the muffin pan and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (603.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2676.7 |
| Total Fat 176.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 60.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 434.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1094.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 256.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 150.2g | |
| Protein 36.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 48IU | 0% |
| Calcium 362.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1019.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories