Pecan Pie Cookie Cups
Pecan Pie Cookie Cups are a delightful twist on a classic dessert, combining a buttery cookie crust with a rich, pecan-filled center. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to festive celebrations. With their irresistible flavor and easy preparation, you’ll soon find yourself whipping them up time and again!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 33 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 12 cookie cups 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1 cup coarsely chopped toasted pecans
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
- Powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a muffin tin.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and brown sugar. Beat in the egg and vanilla until smooth.
- Gradually add flour and salt; mix until just combined.
- Spoon the dough into each muffin cup, pressing down to form an indentation.
- In another bowl, combine chopped pecans, additional brown sugar, and egg; pour this filling into each dough indentation.
- Bake for 15-18 minutes or until golden around the edges. Let cool before removing from the pan.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie cup (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use room temperature ingredients for better mixing. Toasting pecans enhances their flavor significantly. Let cookie cups cool completely before adding filling to avoid melting.