How to Make Pecan Pie Tarts - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pecan pie tarts are a delicious and decadent dessert that captures the warm, rich flavors of traditional pecan pie in a convenient individual-sized tart. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or just a cozy night in, these tarts are sure to impress with their buttery, flaky crust and gooey, nutty filling. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, these pecan pie tarts are a great choice for anyone looking to indulge in a sweet treat.

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Ingredients

  • 6 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup butter, softened
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups packed brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 ¾ cups chopped pecans

Information

  • Servings: 30
  • Yield: 30 tarts

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Grease 30 tart tins or muffin cups and set aside.
  • To Make Crust: In a medium mixing bowl cream together cream cheese and 1 cup butter until light and fluffy. Blend in flour, 1/2 cup at a time, forming a smooth dough. Roll into 30 equal balls and press one into each greased tin so it lines the bottom and sides, like a pie crust.
  • To Make Filling: In a medium mixing bowl cream together 1/4 cup butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs and vanilla until thoroughly blended. Stir in pecans. Fill each lined tin half full. Mixture will rise as it bakes.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until lightly browned. Let cool in tins, then use the end of a table knife to flip each tart out of its tin.
  • Nutrition

    209 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 39mg
    • Sodium: 79mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 23mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 64mg