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Mini Pecan Tarts

Mini Pecan Tarts

The ultimate comfort food for fall gatherings! Mini Pecan Tarts combine a rich, creamy filling with crunchy pecans for a delightful bite-sized treat. Perfect for Thanksgiving or any cozy gathering, these easy tarts will satisfy your cravings and impress your guests. Give them a try tonight!
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup white chocolate chips melted
  • 1 whole egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 Tablespoon butter melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 2 whole eggs
  • 3/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 1/2 cups pecans
  • 1 whole batch pie crust enough for 2 crusts – although you won’t quite use all of it
  • whipped cream optional

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Food Processor
  • Frying Pan
  • Wooden Spoon

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In a mini food processor, mix together the cream cheese and granulated sugar until smooth. Stir in melted white chocolate. Scrape the sides of the bowl and mix again.
  3. Stir in egg and vanilla. Scrape sides of the bowl and mix again until completely smooth. Set aside.
  4. To make the pecan pie layer, put butter, sugar, vanilla, eggs and corn syrup into a bowl and stir. Set aside.
  5. Roll out chilled pie dough and cut it into rounds that will cover the bottom and up the sides of your tart pans (10.2 x 1.9 cm). You’ll need six rounds of dough. Line the tart pans with crust. Make sure to spray your pans with non-stick cooking spray first, in case some of the filling bubbles over!
  6. Pour in cheesecake layer, dividing it evenly amongst the six shells.
  7. Sprinkle 1/4 cup of pecans over each tart.
  8. Then top with 4 tablespoons of the pecan pie filling.
  9. Place all of the filled tart pans onto a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top of pie is golden brown.
  10. Cool completely, remove from tart pans and top with whipped cream. Serve.

Notes

  • Storage: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days for optimal freshness.
  • Freezing: You can freeze the tarts before baking. Just thaw in the fridge before baking, and they’ll taste just as fresh!
  • Pairing: Consider serving these tarts with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of chocolate sauce for an extra touch.
  • Serving suggestions: These tarts are perfect for dessert tables at gatherings, adding a touch of elegance.
  • Variations: Try adding a layer of chocolate ganache on top for a twist!