Brown Butter Pecan Hand Pies Recipe

Name: Brown Butter Pecan Hand Pies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Filling; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 cup dark corn syrup; 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1 cup chopped pecans; 4 large eggs; 1 teaspoon white vinegar; 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1 pinch kosher salt; Crust; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 3 teaspoons granulated sugar; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 sticks cold unsalted butter, diced; 1/2 cup cold vegetable shortening, diced; 1/2 cup ice water; 1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon of water

Servings: persons

Filling
5 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup dark corn syrup
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 cup chopped pecans
4 large eggs
1 teaspoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 pinch kosher salt
Crust
3 cups all-purpose flour
3 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 sticks cold unsalted butter, diced
1/2 cup cold vegetable shortening, diced
1/2 cup ice water
1 large egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon of water

1
Preheat the oven to 375u00b0F and spray an 8-inch square baking pan with nonstick cooking spray. Melt the butter in a small skillet over medium heat, cooking just until the butter begins to brown.
2
Whisk together the corn syrup, brown sugar, pecans, eggs, vinegar, vanilla extract, salt, and brown butter in a large bowl to combine. Pour the filling into the prepared baking pan and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the filling is slightly thickened. Transfer the filling to a clean bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
3
Place the flour, sugar, and salt in the bowl of a food processor and pulse a few times to combine. Add the butter and shortening and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. With the machine running, add the water in a slow, steady stream, blending just until the dough comes together.
4
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured work surface and divide in four pieces. Shape each piece of dough into a flat disk and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
5
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Transfer one disk of dough to a lightly floured work surface and roll into a circle slightly larger than 8 inches in diameter. Trim the edges of the dough to form an 8-inch square. Cut the dough into 4 squares and arrange on the prepared baking sheets. Repeat with the remaining disks of dough, so that you have 16 squares in total.
6
Preheat the oven to 375u00b0F. Place a large spoonful of the filling in the center of one square of dough. Brush the edges of the square lightly with the egg wash and place another piece of dough over the filling, pressing gently with your fingers to seal. Using the tines of a fork, crimp the edges of the pie, then cut a few small slits in the top of the dough. Brush the top lightly with egg wash and place on the baking sheet. Repeat with the rest of the pie dough and filling.
7
Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the crusts are golden brown. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

1501

kcal

Calories

Fat

143

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Filling, 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 cup dark corn syrup, 1 cup packed brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Brown Butter Pecan Hand Pies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Brown Butter Pecan Hand Pies

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