Pecan Date Mini Pies Recipe

Name: Pecan Date Mini Pies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CRUST; 1 1/3 cups flour; 1/2 cup butter, cut into chunks; 3 ounces cream cheese, cut into chunks; 1 large egg yolk; FILLING; 1 large egg; 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons honey; Pinch of salt; 1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans; 1/4 cup chopped dates

Servings: persons

CRUST
1 1/3 cups flour
1/2 cup butter, cut into chunks
3 ounces cream cheese, cut into chunks
1 large egg yolk
FILLING
1 large egg
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
Pinch of salt
1/2 cup chopped toasted pecans
1/4 cup chopped dates

1
Preheat oven to 375u00b0. Make crust: In a food processor, whirl flour, butter, and cream cheese until coarse crumbs form. Add egg yolk and whirl until dough comes together.
2
Pull off a scant tbsp. of dough and press evenly over bottom and up sides of one cup in a 24-cup mini muffin pan. Repeat for all cups. Chill while making filling.
3
Make filling: Whisk together egg, brown sugar, honey, and salt in a bowl. Stir in pecans.
4
Sprinkle dates evenly over bottoms of muffin cups. Spoon pecan filling on top until full but not overflowing.
5
Bake until crusts are golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool on a rack about 10 minutes, then run a knife along edges and lift out pies to rack to cool completely.
6
Note: Nutritional analysis is per 2-pie serving.

715

kcal

Calories

Fat

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CRUST, 1 1/3 cups flour, 1/2 cup butter, cut into chunks, 3 ounces cream cheese, cut into chunks, and more.

Yes, Pecan Date Mini 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pecan Date Mini Pies

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Variations & substitutions

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