Delicious Pecan Cups Recipe

Indulge in the sweet and nutty flavors of pecan cups with this delicious recipe. These bite-sized treats are perfect for any occasion, from parties to afternoon tea. The buttery and flaky crust is filled with a rich and gooey pecan filling that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can make these mouthwatering pecan cups in no time. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a delightful dessert that will impress your guests.

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup corn syrup
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt.
3. Add the cold cubed butter to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your hands to cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Press about a tablespoon of the crust mixture into the bottom and up the sides of each cup in a muffin tin. Repeat for all the cups.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together the corn syrup, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and eggs until well combined.
6. Stir in the chopped pecans.
7. Pour the pecan filling into the prepared crusts, filling each cup about three-fourths full.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is set.
9. Remove from the oven and let the pecan cups cool in the muffin tin for 10 minutes.
10. Carefully loosen the cups from the muffin tin using a knife and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
11. Once cooled, serve the pecan cups and enjoy!

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