These Mini Chocolate Pecan Pies are a dream come true for the holidays! Sweet chocolate morsels are the perfect addition to traditional pecan pie and everybody loves this mini version!
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Nothing shouts the holidays quite like pie, am I right? My favorite holiday pie is pecan pie. I have always been a HUGE nut lover and pecans are one of my favorites. Crunchy, sweet, and perfectly nutty, pecan pies are definitely the way to go this holiday season.
As much as I enjoy a traditional pecan pie, I’m a total sucker for anything mini. I think mini pecan pies are absolutely perfect for large groups and parties and really are the perfect size. I will be honest when I say that the crust of the pie is my least favorite part. I’m all about the filling…usually.
The crust on these mini pies is made out of butter, cream cheese and flour resulting in an out-of-this-world crust experience that leaves me craving just one more bite. After mixing up the crust, I form it into a log and it goes in the fridge while I’m whipping up the filling. Once the log has firmed up a bit, it’s easy to slice off pieces and fill the muffin tin.
The filling is scooped in and topped with a pecan half. I think it makes these mini pies even more adorable. I added chocolate chips to my favorite pecan pie filling for a little extra sweetness and surprise. Pecans go so well with chocolate!
Out of the oven and into my mouth, er, onto the serving platter. These mini pies allow your guests to enjoy more than just one type of dessert without feeling guilty.
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Mini Chocolate Pecan Pies
Ingredients
Crust
- 1/2 cup Challenge butter
- 3 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 2 tbsp all purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
Pecan Filling
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup light or dark corn syrup
- 1 egg
- 1 tbsp butter melted
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
- 24 pecans halved
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Crust
- Cream butter and cream cheese together.
- Mix in flour and salt until dough forms.
- Place dough on plastic wrap and form a log shape.
- Wrap in plastic wrap and place in refrigerator.
Filling
- Combine brown sugar, corn syrup, egg, and butter in a large mixing bowl and beat until well combined.
- Mix in salt and vanilla.
- Stir in chopped pecans and chocolate chips.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray muffin tin with cooking spray.
- Remove crust from refrigerator. Cut the log in half, and then each half into halves again so you have four sections. Slice each section into three equal parts so you have a total of 12 individual crusts.
- Press crusts into muffin tin working crust up the side of each well.
- Divide filling mixture evenly among the twelve pies. Top with a pecan half.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until crusts are golden brown.
- Let cool for at least ten minutes before removing from pan. Slide a knife down the outside of a pie and lift gently to remove.
Nutrition
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Val Millard says
You are calling these mini pies
But how mini are they? Im not clear whether to use regular muffin pans (about 2.5 ” diameter) or tbe little mini pans that are about an inch. Maybe thats why one person had a lot of leftover ingredients. I want to make them but want to do it in the right sized tins. Thank you. Valerie
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
A regular muffin pan is what I used. They are mini pies, not mini muffins 🙂 You could use a mini muffin pan I suppose but it would be really hard to work with. Thanks Valerie!
Andrea says
There’s to much crust and left over filling for 12 minis. Not sure if this is going to work. There in the oven so we’ll see…..
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
If you had leftovers, make more! Also, cupcake tins come in all different sizes so that is totally understandable 🙂
Ivory says
This looks so freaking yummy, that at 10:56pm, my mouth is watering for this dish. You so rock!
Cheryl says
Could Bourbon be added to this pie,? If yes, how much? Luuks like total yum!
Ivory says
These look amazing, can’t wait to make some.
Melanie Monson says
Do you happen to know nutritional value for these cute little pies?
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
I sure don’t Melanie but you could google “nutritional calculator” and probably figure it out.
Lori says
Thanks, I will be adding chocolate chips to my recipe next time. Also, a tip… your life will change for the better. Pampered Chef makes a wooden tool to stamp the dough into those mini cupcake pans. Will cut your time and frustration in half!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Lori! I have a Pampered Chef consultant as a friend – I will definitely ask here about that tool!
jia says
These look amazing!!
i want to bake them for a party but wont have time that day !
can these be made the night before? would the crust still be crisp the next day or become soggy?
also should i store them in fridge or outside?
n should they be reheated in the microwave before serving?
m sorry so many questions :/
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
You can bake them in advance and no, the crust won’t get soggy. Just store them in an airtight container at room temperature. They can be served at room temperature too, no need to reheat. Hope that helps!
Mikaela K says
Could I make the crust and then leave it for several hours/overnight and then make the pies the next morning? I want to make these for my neighbors tomorrow for the Pi Day of the Century!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Absolutely! And I too am excited for Pi Day tomorrow! I’ve got an amazing Key Lime Pie I’ll be posting 🙂
Suzanne G says
So… Just to clarify, this recipe makes 12 of the regular 2 3/4″ diameter muffin-sized pies? Not the mini ones that are about 1 3/4″ diameter… Sorry to be so dense! If so, do you think it would work if I used the smaller ones (and got 24 out of the recipe)? Do you have any idea how long they’d need to bake that way? I am hoping to make these for about 40 people, but they can absolutely be “bite-sized.” There will be lots of other desserts, so I don’t want people to think they’re too big. I’m trying to figure out how many batches I need to make! Thanks for any suggestions you can give me! They look so delicious!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Correct Suzanne. I would cut the time in half and then kind of watch it closely from there. You may need more pie crust too. Good luck!
Krazy Kook says
Make the mini Pecan Pies tonight, and used dark chocolate chips to cut down on sweetness.. Amazing!! I will use this recipe over and over!! Thank you for such a awesome dessert!!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Oh these pies are one of my favorites! I like the idea of dark chocolate – so smart!
Natalie says
How long should they be good for? I wanted to include them in some cookie tins I’m putting together. Thank you!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Probably 2-3 days Natalie. I wouldn’t make them way too far in advance. Thanks!
Natalie says
Okey dokey. Thank you!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
You’re so welcome Natalie 🙂
Marilyn says
These are so yummy! We featured them at The Project Stash! Stop by and get your featured button! We can’t wait to see what you link up this week! 🙂
Lisa | Mummy Made.It says
So the fact that these are mini means I can eat twice as much…doesn’t it???
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
But of course!
nibbles by nic says
WE LOVED these fantastic (adorable pies) at Munching Mondays Trish and will be featuring them this week. Thanks so much for stopping by and can’t wait to see you again xoxo Nic (Happy Nibbles!)
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
That’s so wonderful! Thank you!
Steph says
How could I adjust the recipe to make a regular size pie instead of the mini’s? Does the crust make 1 or 2 regular and is the filling for 1 or 2? How would it effect cooking time? I’ve never made pecan pie before- but I’m so excited!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
I really don’t know Stephanie. This recipe is specifically for the mini pies. It would require less crust and a longer cooking time but for the filling, I don’t know.
Angela says
Trying this out for Thanksgiving this year, does it matter if the butter is salted or unsalted? Can’t wait to make ’em, thanks for the recipe!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
I use unsalted Angela!
Baking Tuts says
These look delightful! My mouth is watering just looking at the pictures. Great job!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much!
Marcy says
Did you use regular muffin pans or mini muffin pans? Thanks! This is exactly what I was looking for.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
I used a regular muffin pan Marcy – enjoy!
Cathy says
Mini pecan pies are among my fave fall treats, but I never thought to add chocolate, genius! Love it!
Saying hello from pin it Thursday! PINNED because it’s awesome! 🙂
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Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks so much Cathy!
Jocelyn@Brucrewlife says
I adore everything about these delish little pies! Chocolate plus pecan equals a happy me! 😉 Pinned!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Same here Jocelyn 🙂 Thanks for the pin!
Moon says
We really don’t like corn syrup that much…. Could that be substituted for say maple syrup?
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Definitely worth a shot! I haven’t tried it myself but would love to know how it turns out for you 🙂
Sommer @ASpicyPerspective says
Yummy little bites! Love this recipe!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks so much Sommer!
Amy@theidearoom says
So adorable and delicious looking. Perfect portions but, I wouldn’t be able to eat just one!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Hehe! That’s definitely the tricky part Amy 🙂
Janie says
Do you have to spray the muffin tin so the dough does not stick?
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Yes I did Janie – thank you!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
I LOVE pecan pie and absolutely adore these mini versions! They look incredible and what a wonderful cause too! Pinning!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks for the pin Kelly!
Allie | Baking a Moment says
These look so killer, Trish! My husband loves chocolate pecan pie- these would be such a treat for him! Love the cream cheese in the dough too 😉
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Oh the cream cheese makes this crust sensational Allie! Thank you!
Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says
My sister LOVES pecan pie, but I love that these are mini…may have to make these for her!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
These are so easy and cute too Jennifer!
Carol at Wild Goose Tea says
Oh my!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Look at those baby pies!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What champion recipe. The picture where it looks like someone took a big bite out of one pulled me in. I love pecan filling and these have so MUCH filling.
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
I’m all about the filling Carol 🙂 Thank you!
Jessica @ A Kitchen Addiction says
These mini pies are just what holiday dessert tables need!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thanks Jessica!!
Laura @ Laura's Culinary Adventures says
Pecan pies get me in the spirit of the holidays!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Oh me too Laura!
Renee @ Two in the Kitchen says
Pecan pie is my absolute favorite! I love this chocolate mini version! And I love the charity drive to help children that you are a part of. I’m heading to that pinterest board now!! 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you Renee! And yes, please pin away!
Sarah @ SnixyKitchen says
I would definitely put away a few dozen of these if they were around my house! They’re mini so that’s okay, right?
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Oh absolutely. Mini is key word for calorie-free in my book 🙂
Shawn @ I Wash You Dry says
Oh man, these look simply irresistible! I know I wouldn’t be able to stop at just one! 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much Shawn!
Cookbook Queen says
Love this! So fun for serving on Thanksgiving 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Thank you so much!!
Melanie @ Carmel Moments says
These are gorgeous Trish! I love petite little treats. Mmm…
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Me too Melanie! The cute factor just kills me!!
Mir says
I agree with Averie. You are posting a ton of amazing goodness!
And speaking of, these little pies are so delightful and cute. Pinning!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
LOL! I always feel like I am so behind Mir so thank you for that 🙂 And thank you for the pin!
Sarah @ Sunny Runner says
Mini Chocolate Pecan Pies! Oh my goodness, I’m sure these were made with me in mind. I can inhale a whole pecan pie in one sitting. I will most likely be making these this year. Thanks!
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Same here Sarah – I’m hoping these may slow me down 🙂
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
You’re a blogging machine! I swear I just pinned a new post, and then like 6 hours later, there’s another one! I wish I was eating at your house 🙂
Trish - Mom On Timeout says
Oh Averie! It’s called really bad planning/scheduling 🙂 I wish you were coming over too…as long as I could order a couple tasty treats from you as well 😉 Thanks girl!