Best 6 Tiny Pecan Tarts Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Tiny Pecan Tarts, where buttery pastry shells embrace a symphony of sweet, nutty flavors. These bite-sized treasures are adorned with a generous filling of chopped pecans, enveloped in a velvety caramel sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. With just a few simple steps, you can create these delectable treats that are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or a special celebration. Our collection of recipes offers variations to suit every preference, including a classic version, a chocolate-infused delight, and a gluten-free option for those with dietary restrictions. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the magic of Tiny Pecan Tarts, where every bite promises an explosion of flavors that will leave you craving more.

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TINY PECAN TARTS



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These are so easy and melt in your mouth! My brothers request these every year for the Holidays, as well as my family.

Provided by Sandy Greathouse

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups all-purpose flour
4 eggs
3 cups packed brown sugar
4 tablespoons melted butter
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • To Make Pastry: Cream butter or margarine and cream cheese. Add flour and mix well. Make into 48 balls; place one ball in each cup of a mini tart pan. Use your fingers or a tart tamper to press out into a tart shell.
  • To Make Filling: Break the eggs, but do not beat. Add sugar, melted butter, salt, vanilla and pecans. Mix well. Fill the tart shells. Bake at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) for about 30 minutes or until delicately browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.8 calories, Carbohydrate 35.8 g, Cholesterol 64.2 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 108.7 mg, Sugar 27 g

MARTHA'S PECAN TART



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Pie & Tarts Recipes

Yield Makes one 8-by-11-inch tart

Number Of Ingredients 12

Unbaked Pate Brisee for Mushroom-and-Bacon Tart shell
4 large eggs
1 cup packed dark-brown sugar
1/4 cup molasses
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Grated zest of 1 lemon or orange
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
1 1/2 cups pecan halves
Whipped cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line crust with parchment paper and fill with dried beans or pie weights; transfer to oven. Bake until edges are set and golden, about 15 minutes. Carefully remove paper and beans or weights and continue baking until bottom is dry and golden, about 15 minutes more. Let cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Reduce oven temperature to 325 degrees.
  • Whisk together eggs in a large bowl. Add brown sugar, molasses, corn syrup, and salt; mix to combine. Stir in butter, vanilla, and zest until thoroughly combined. Add chopped pecans and stir to combine.
  • Pour filling into tart shell. Neatly arrange pecan halves in rows over filling and transfer to oven. Bake until pastry is lightly browned and filling is set, about 45 minutes. Let cool completely on rack before cutting and serving. Serve with freshly whipped cream.

TINY TARTS



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Yummy miniature pecan tarts. Wonderful on holiday cookie trays.

Provided by M. R. Hayes

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Filled Cookie Recipes

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter, softened
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg
¾ cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon margarine, melted
½ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven toe 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Beat softened margarine or butter and cream cheese until thoroughly combined. Stir in flour.
  • Using 24 ungreased 1 3/4 inch mini muffin cups, press a rounded teaspoon of pastry evenly into the bottom and up the sides of each cup.
  • To Make The Filling: Beat the egg and mix in the brown sugar, melted margarine or butter and the chopped pecans.
  • Fill each pastry-lined muffin cup with about 1 heaping teaspoon of pecan filling. Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for about 30 minutes or until pastry is golden and filling is puffed. Cool slightly in the muffin cups, then remove and cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227.9 calories, Carbohydrate 22.3 g, Cholesterol 43.6 mg, Fat 14.8 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 95.7 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

MINI PECAN TARTS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: sugar, unsalted butter, chopped pecans, cream cheese, unsalted butter, all-purpose flour

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Desserts

Yield 18 tarts

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup sugar
2 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter
¾ cup chopped pecans
3 oz cream cheese
5 ½ tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375ºF (190ºC).
  • Make the filling: Add the sugar and butter to a large bowl and cream with an electric hand mixer until fluffy.
  • Add the chopped pecans and fold to combine. Set aside.
  • Make the crust: In a large bowl, cream together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
  • Add flour and beat to incorporate, then knead the dough with your hands until smooth.
  • Roll the dough into 18 small balls and press into the cups of a mini muffin tin. Fill the shells with the pecan filling.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Let the tarts cool in the mini muffin tin for 5 - 10 minutes.
  • Remove from the pan and serve warm.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 4 grams

PECAN TARTS



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The flaky crust combined with a rich center makes these little tarts a satisfying snack to serve and eat. They look so appealing on a pretty platter and make a great finger-food dessert when you're entertaining. They also freeze well. -Jean Rhodes, Tignall, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 45m

Yield about 20.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
FILLING
1 large egg
3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2/3 cup chopped pecans
Maraschino cherry halves, optional

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until fluffy; blend in flour and salt. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Shape into 1-in. balls; press onto the bottom and up the sides of greased mini-muffin cups. , For filling, in a small bowl, beat the egg. Add brown sugar, butter and vanilla; mix well. Stir in pecans. Spoon into tart shells. , Bake at 325° for 25-30 minutes. Cool for 15 minutes before carefully removing from pans. Garnish with maraschino cherries if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 145 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 29mg cholesterol, Sodium 101mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

PECAN TARTS



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Individual tarts make an elegant dessert presentation.

Provided by Britney Satterfield

Categories     Desserts     Pies     Tarts

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
2 eggs, beaten
1 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons butter, melted
5 tablespoons dark corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease 8 3-inch tart tins.
  • Roll out pastry and cut 8 5-inch circles. Fit pastry circles into greased tart tins.
  • In a large bowl, combine eggs, sugar, butter or margarine, corn syrup, and vanilla extract. Mix well, then stir in pecans. Pour an equal amount of mixture into each pastry-lined tart tin.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes until pastry is golden brown and filling is set.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.7 calories, Carbohydrate 57.3 g, Cholesterol 57.9 mg, Fat 30.3 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 301.4 mg, Sugar 29.1 g

Tips:

  • When making pecan tarts, it's important to use a good-quality pastry dough. This will ensure that your tarts are flaky and delicious.
  • Be sure to blind-bake the tart shells before filling them. This will help to prevent the shells from becoming soggy.
  • Don't overfill the tart shells. The filling should come about 2/3 of the way up the sides of the shells.
  • Bake the tarts until the filling is set and the crust is golden brown. This will usually take about 20-25 minutes.
  • Let the tarts cool completely before serving. This will help the filling to set and firm up.

Conclusion:

Tiny pecan tarts are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that are perfect for any occasion. They're also a great way to use up leftover pie dough. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious treat that everyone will love.

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