For an even richer flavor, toast the pecans lightly before chopping and adding them to the filling. If you don't have muffin liners, grease the muffin tin well to prevent sticking. These pecan cups can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Pecan Cups
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME30 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 45 mins
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SERVING18 People
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VIEWS135
These exquisite pecan cups are a symphony of textures and flavors. A buttery, melt-in-your-mouth crust gives way to a sweet, nutty filling, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate15 g
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Cholesterol31 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat5 g
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Sodium62 mg
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Sugar9 g
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Fat11 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line 18 muffin cups with paper liners. (5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View In a mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and 1/2 cup softened butter until smooth and fully combined. Add the flour and mix until a dough forms. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill. (35 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View In a separate mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar and 1 tablespoon butter. Add the beaten egg and vanilla extract; blend until well combined and smooth. Stir in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed. (5 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Remove the chilled dough from the refrigerator. Pat the dough evenly into the bottoms of the 18 prepared muffin cups, forming a thin crust. (10 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View Spoon the pecan filling evenly into each of the dough-lined muffin cups. (5 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the filling is set and lightly golden brown. (30 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Let the pecan cups cool completely in the muffin tin before removing and serving. (60 minutes)
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Silas Stoltenbergbernier
Apr 3, 2025These were a hit at my book club meeting! Everyone raved about the buttery crust.
Orville Spencer
Jun 12, 2024The chilling time is crucial, don't skip it! My dough was much easier to work with after chilling.
Meaghan Heidenreich
Jan 26, 2024I added a pinch of salt to the filling and it really enhanced the sweetness. Will definitely make again!