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Mini Chocolate Pecan Pies

November 11, 2014

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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.

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! | MomOnTimeout.com | #dessert #Challenge Butter #PinaRecipeFeedaChild

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!

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! | MomOnTimeout.com | #dessert #Challenge Butter #PinaRecipeFeedaChild

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.

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! | MomOnTimeout.com | #dessert #Challenge Butter #PinaRecipeFeedaChild

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Mini Chocolate Pecan Pies

Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Keyword mini chocolate pecan pies
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 12 mini pies
Calories 314kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

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

Calories: 314kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 215mg | Potassium: 123mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 381IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg

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! | MomOnTimeout.com | #dessert #Challenge Butter #PinaRecipeFeedaChild

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Pumpkin Cheesecake Trifle

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Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter

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Comments

  1. Suzanne G says

    March 11, 2015 at 4:24 PM

    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!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      March 11, 2015 at 4:32 PM

      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!

      Reply
  2. Krazy Kook says

    February 4, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    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!!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      February 7, 2015 at 6:09 PM

      Oh these pies are one of my favorites! I like the idea of dark chocolate – so smart!

      Reply
  3. Natalie says

    December 21, 2014 at 2:54 PM

    How long should they be good for? I wanted to include them in some cookie tins I’m putting together. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 21, 2014 at 7:56 PM

      Probably 2-3 days Natalie. I wouldn’t make them way too far in advance. Thanks!

      Reply
      • Natalie says

        December 22, 2014 at 12:03 PM

        Okey dokey. Thank you!

        Reply
        • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

          December 22, 2014 at 1:52 PM

          You’re so welcome Natalie 🙂

          Reply
  4. Marilyn says

    December 3, 2014 at 5:06 PM

    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! 🙂

    Reply
  5. Lisa | Mummy Made.It says

    November 30, 2014 at 9:03 PM

    So the fact that these are mini means I can eat twice as much…doesn’t it???

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 3, 2014 at 8:52 AM

      But of course!

      Reply
  6. nibbles by nic says

    November 30, 2014 at 6:42 AM

    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!)

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 3, 2014 at 8:53 AM

      That’s so wonderful! Thank you!

      Reply
  7. Steph says

    November 26, 2014 at 11:11 AM

    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!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 3, 2014 at 2:59 PM

      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.

      Reply
  8. Angela says

    November 25, 2014 at 2:38 AM

    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!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      December 3, 2014 at 3:22 PM

      I use unsalted Angela!

      Reply
  9. Baking Tuts says

    November 24, 2014 at 2:22 PM

    These look delightful! My mouth is watering just looking at the pictures. Great job!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 24, 2014 at 6:58 PM

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  10. Marcy says

    November 21, 2014 at 7:58 AM

    Did you use regular muffin pans or mini muffin pans? Thanks! This is exactly what I was looking for.

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 21, 2014 at 3:00 PM

      I used a regular muffin pan Marcy – enjoy!

      Reply
  11. Cathy says

    November 20, 2014 at 7:15 AM

    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! 🙂
    Cathy

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 21, 2014 at 3:03 PM

      Thanks so much Cathy!

      Reply
  12. Jocelyn@Brucrewlife says

    November 18, 2014 at 10:48 PM

    I adore everything about these delish little pies! Chocolate plus pecan equals a happy me! 😉 Pinned!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 21, 2014 at 3:36 PM

      Same here Jocelyn 🙂 Thanks for the pin!

      Reply
  13. Moon says

    November 17, 2014 at 5:13 PM

    We really don’t like corn syrup that much…. Could that be substituted for say maple syrup?

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 22, 2014 at 6:43 AM

      Definitely worth a shot! I haven’t tried it myself but would love to know how it turns out for you 🙂

      Reply
  14. Sommer @ASpicyPerspective says

    November 17, 2014 at 6:07 AM

    Yummy little bites! Love this recipe!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 22, 2014 at 6:54 AM

      Thanks so much Sommer!

      Reply
  15. Amy@theidearoom says

    November 16, 2014 at 7:30 PM

    So adorable and delicious looking. Perfect portions but, I wouldn’t be able to eat just one!

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      November 22, 2014 at 6:56 AM

      Hehe! That’s definitely the tricky part Amy 🙂

      Reply
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