Mini Pecan Pies

Mini Walnut Pie Recipe

Mini walnut pies are a small but flavorful delight, ideal for any sweet moment. Their crispy crust and juicy walnut filling combine perfectly to offer a classic dessert accessible to everyone. Furthermore, they are easy to prepare and perfect for sharing at family gatherings or with friends.

Preparation time

This recipe is organized so you can enjoy the process without complications, making good use of each stage.

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 25 minutes
• Total: 45 minutes
• Servings: 12 mini pies
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

For the dough

• 340 grams of wheat flour
• 135 grams of cold margarine or butter, cubed
• 1 egg
• 1 pinch of salt
• 3 tablespoons of cold water

For the filling

• 1 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1 egg
• 1 pinch of salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup brown sugar

In case you don't have walnuts, you can use chopped pecans or almonds, although the flavor varies slightly and may require you to chop them fresh to maintain the ideal texture.

Utensils we will use

• Large bowl for mixing
• Knife and cutting board for chopping nuts
• Molds for mini pies or mini muffins (you can use a muffin tin)
• Rolling pin for extending the dough (you can substitute with a clean bottle)
• Spoon or spatula for mixing
• Oven for baking

Preparation

1. Shortcrust pastry

1. Mix flour and salt. In a bowl, combine the 340 grams of flour with the pinch of salt.
2. Add margarine. Incorporate the cold margarine cubes and mix with your fingertips until you get a sandy texture, similar to coarse crumbs, without kneading to prevent the dough from becoming tough.
3. Incorporate egg and water. Add the egg and gradually the tablespoons of cold water while mixing until the dough begins to come together into a compact but not sticky ball.
4. Rest the dough. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for 20 minutes so it takes on texture and is easier to handle.

2. Prepare the walnut filling

1. Whisk the liquid ingredients. In another bowl, whisk the egg with the honey, vanilla extract, and brown sugar until well combined.
2. Add the walnuts. Incorporate the chopped walnuts and mix gently so they are well distributed but without overloading the mixture.

3. Assemble the mini pies

1. Preheat the oven. Preheat the oven to 180 °C so it's ready when assembling the pies.
2. Roll out the dough. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough until it's about 3 mm thick.
3. Cut circles. Use a cutter or the edge of the mini pie mold to cut out dough circles.
4. Place in molds. Line the molds with the circles, pressing firmly into the bases to avoid air or large creases.
5. Add filling. Fill each dough base almost to the brim with the nut and syrup mixture.

4. Bake and finish

1. Bake. Bake for 25 minutes or until the crust is golden and the filling is firm to the touch.
2. Cool. Let rest out of the mold so the pies compact and are easier to unmold.

To finish and serve

Carefully remove the mini pecan pies from the molds and adjust the filling if you see it requires a bit more firmness. Serve these little treasures warm or at room temperature, accompanied by coffee or tea. They are excellent for sharing and making as a sweet gesture at any time.

I want to share these tips with you

• Use cold ingredients. Cold margarine helps the dough become flakier and crispier.
• Avoid over-kneading. Only mix until combined, to avoid activating the gluten and keep the base tender.
• The filling should not be liquid. Adjust the amount of honey and fat well so that it bakes firm and stays intact.
• Refrigerate the dough. This facilitates its handling and the shaping of the mini pies in small molds.
• Make uniform mini pies. To facilitate even cooking, cut the dough with molds of the same size.

Nutritional Information

• Calories: 210 kcal
• Proteins: 3 g
• Fats: 12 g
• Carbohydrates: 22 g
• Fiber: 2 g

These values are approximate per serving of a mini pie nut and may vary depending on the exact ingredients and portions.

5 keys to make it perfect

• Very cold margarine. Keep the margarine chilled to achieve a crispier dough with better texture.
• Use whole and fresh nuts. This provides better flavor and texture in the filling than using ground or stale nuts.
• Control the amount of honey. It is vital so that the filling does not become too liquid and cooks correctly.
• Mold with patience. Line the mini pie molds gently to avoid creases and cracks in the dough.
• Bake in a preheated oven. This ensures uniform cooking from the start.

When is it ideal to enjoy it?

These Mini Pecan Pies are perfect for sharing at family gatherings or with friends thanks to their ideal size for individual portions. They are also a charming option for desserts at special celebrations, as their texture and flavor are reminiscent of homemade. In cold weather, with a hot drink, they become the ideal companion that comforts and delights.

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Culinary glossary

• Shortcrust pastry: Dough that crumbles easily, with a sandy and crispy texture when baked, ideal for tarts and pies.
• Preheat oven: Heat the oven before baking to ensure even cooking from the start.
• Filling: Mixture of ingredients placed inside the dough, in this case, nut with honey and egg.
• Cold margarine: Vegetable or animal shortening kept cold in cubes to improve dough texture.
• Cut circles: Use a cutter or mold to form uniform circular shapes in the dough.

Mini Pecan Pies

Mini Pecan Pies: step-by-step recipe baked to perfection with perfect texture. Ideal for sharing. Serve immediately and adjust spiciness and salt to your liking.

Type: Recipe

Cuisine: Italian

Keywords: mini, pies, pecan, Italian, desserts, recipe, easy, homemade

Recipe Yield: 12 servings

Calories: 180 kcal

Preparation Time: PT30M

Cooking Time: PT25M

Total Time: PT55M

Recipe Ingredients:

• 150 g ground pecans
• 100 g melted butter
• 50 g powdered sugar
• A pinch of salt
• 200 ml whipping cream
• 150 g cream cheese
• 120 g brown sugar
• 50 g finely chopped pecans
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Recipe Instructions:

Preparation: :

Preparation: 30 minutes

Cooking: :

Cooking: 25 minutes

Total: :

Total: 55 minutes

Servings: :

Servings: 12 mini servings

Difficulty: :

Difficulty: Medium

Baking control: :

Baking control: Monitor the time and temperature to prevent the base from burning or the dough from being undercooked.

Filling firmness: :

Firmness of the filling: Make sure the cream is well compacted and cold before placing it in the molds, this will prevent it from spilling or becoming liquid.

Attractive presentation: :

Attractive presentation: Use silicone molds or creatively so that each mini pie is visually sterilized and delicious to the palate.

Proper storage: :

Proper Storage: Protect the mini pies in refrigeration and consume within the established timeframe to maintain intact texture and flavor.

Gluten-free variants::

Gluten-free variations: If you're looking for a gluten-free option, replace traditional flour with oat or almond flour for the base.

Editor's Rating:
4.5