Air Fryer Pecan Pie Bites
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 refrigerated pie crust (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
- 1 egg (whisked for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir everything together until the pecans are thoroughly coated and the sugar has partially dissolved into a thick, glossy syrup.
- Unroll your pie crust on a lightly floured surface. Use a 2.5-inch or 3-inch round cookie cutter (or a wide-mouth glass) to cut out 12 circles. If you run out of space, gently gather the scraps, roll them out again, and cut the remaining circles.
- Place the pastry circles into silicone mini muffin liners or directly onto a piece of parchment paper. Spoon about one tablespoon of the pecan mixture into the center of each circle. You can leave them as open-faced mini tarts or slightly pinch the edges upward to create a decorative rim.
- Lightly brush the exposed edges of the pie crust with the whisked egg. This step is crucial for achieving that beautiful, golden-brown finish and a slight shine once they are cooked.
- Preheat your air fryer to 330°F (165°C). Place the bites into the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they are not touching. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the pastry is golden and the filling is bubbling. Remove carefully and let them cool for at least 5 minutes to allow the filling to set.