MINI PECAN TARTS

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If you like pecan pies...you'll love these during the holidays. They melt right into your mouth.

Provided by Elaine L. Smith

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 9

½ cup margarine
½ cup white sugar
2 egg yolks
1 teaspoon almond extract
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
½ cup margarine
½ cup corn syrup
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • In a large bowl, mix 1/2 cup margarine (NOT butter) and 1/2 cup sugar. Stir in egg yolks, almond extract, and sifted flour.
  • Spray tiny muffin cups with non-stick spray. Press mixture evenly into tiny muffin cups. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes.
  • To make Filling: Bring to a boil 1/2 cup margarine, corn syrup, and confectioner's sugar. Stir in chopped pecans.
  • Spoon into shells no more than 1/2 way. Top with pecan halves. Bake in a 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) oven for 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 17.1 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 88.7 mg, Sugar 9.4 g

Stephanie Kurtz
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I've always been intimidated by making tarts, but this recipe made it so easy. I'm so happy with how they turned out.


Siara Faalilo
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These tarts are so delicious and they look so pretty. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Kaylee Elliott
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I'm not a baker, but these tarts were easy to make and they turned out great. I'll definitely be making them again.


Dwirah Gideon
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These tarts are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're perfect for a special occasion.


Alyssa Robbins
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I had a hard time finding pecan halves, so I used chopped pecans instead. The tarts still turned out great.


paul grienen
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These tarts are a bit too sweet for my taste, but my family loved them. I'll probably make them again, but I'll use less sugar next time.


Princess Oseni
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I made these tarts for my friends and they loved them. They said they were the best pecan tarts they've ever had.


Maryan Ali90
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These tarts are delicious! The filling is rich and creamy, and the crust is flaky and buttery. I highly recommend them.


Rock Maina
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I've made these tarts several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect size for a party or a potluck.


JAYLY BANDE Official
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These tarts are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can make them ahead of time and just pop them in the oven when I'm ready to serve them.


AG Rilas Ahamed
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I made these tarts for my family and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the combination of the sweet filling and the flaky crust.


Kizito Arnold
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I followed the recipe exactly and my tarts turned out perfectly. They're so beautiful and delicious, I'm so glad I made them.


Keagan McHelm
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These tarts are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're perfect for a special occasion or a holiday party.


Dora Porai
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I'm not a huge fan of pecans, but these tarts were still delicious. The filling is rich and creamy, and the crust is flaky and buttery.


Falesha Patterson
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I made these tarts for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! They're the perfect size for a quick snack or dessert.


shaman ahmad
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These mini pecan tarts were a hit at my party! They were so easy to make and everyone loved them.