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Pecan Pie Cookie Cups

These bite-sized cookie cups combine the rich flavors of pecan pie into a portable and elegant dessert, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 24 cookie cups
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookie dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure the butter is softened to room temperature for easy mixing.
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs Beaten in one at a time.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the pecan filling
  • 1 cup chopped pecans Use fresh pecans for the best flavor and crunch.
  • 1 cup corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. Gradually mix in the flour and salt until just combined.
  5. Roll the dough into small balls and press them into the muffin tin to form cookie cups.
Filling and Baking
  1. In another bowl, mix together the pecans, corn syrup, granulated sugar, eggs, and vanilla.
  2. Fill each cookie cup with the pecan mixture.
  3. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the edges are golden and the filling is set.
  4. Let cool before removing from the tin and enjoy your pecan pie cookie cups!

Notes

These cookie cups can be served warm or at room temperature, and can be topped with whipped cream or served alongside vanilla ice cream. Store them in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to three months.