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Bourbon Pecan Tartlets

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These bite-sized bourbon pecan tartlets capture all the richness of classic pecan pie in a portable, elegant treat. With a buttery crust, gooey nutty filling, and a warm hint of bourbon, they’re perfect for entertaining or gifting.

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 3–4 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup corn syrup (light or dark)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or tartlet pan.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour and salt. Cut in cold butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add ice water gradually, mixing until dough holds together. Form into a disk, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
  3. Roll out dough and cut into circles to fit the mini muffin tin. Press into cups to form tartlet shells.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, corn syrup, bourbon, vanilla, salt, and melted butter until smooth.
  5. Sprinkle chopped pecans into each shell, then pour filling over pecans, filling about three-quarters full.
  6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until crust is golden and filling is set.
  7. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use maple syrup instead of corn syrup for a deeper flavor.
  • Swap bourbon with rum for a twist.
  • Top cooled tartlets with chocolate drizzle or whipped cream.
  • Use store-bought pastry dough for convenience.
  • Freeze baked tartlets for up to 2 months; thaw before serving.

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