Description
Miniature pecan pie delights showcase Southern charm in compact, irresistible morsels. Crisp pastry shells cradle rich caramel and toasted pecans, promising delectable indulgence you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup (100 g) packed brown sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) corn syrup
- 1/4 cup (57 g) butter, melted
- 1 cup (120 g) graham cracker crumbs
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Coating:
- 1/4 cup (30 g) powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal non-stick surface.
- In a mixing bowl, thoroughly combine pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and graham cracker crumbs until the mixture achieves a consistent texture.
- Using clean hands, carefully form the mixture into compact, uniform 1-inch spherical shapes, ensuring each ball is tightly packed and maintains structural integrity.
- Arrange the formed balls evenly across the prepared baking sheet, maintaining sufficient spacing between each treat to allow proper heat circulation during baking.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for approximately 10-12 minutes, watching for a golden-brown coloration that indicates caramelization and perfect doneness.
- Remove from the oven and allow the treats to cool for 3-5 minutes, which helps them firm up and prevents crumbling during the final coating process.
- Gently roll each slightly cooled ball in powdered sugar, ensuring complete and even coverage to create a delicate, sweet exterior that enhances the overall flavor profile.
Notes
- Swap out corn syrup with maple syrup or honey for a more natural sweetness and unique flavor profile.
- Add a pinch of sea salt to enhance the pecan’s richness and create a delightful sweet-salty balance.
- For gluten-free options, replace graham cracker crumbs with almond flour or gluten-free cookie crumbs to maintain the texture.
- Keep the balls uniform in size by using a small cookie scoop or measuring spoon for consistent baking and presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg