Little Pecan Pies for Two |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 40 Minutes |
Ready In: 60 Minutes Servings: 2 |
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The dough for the crust will need to be chilled for 30 minutes, so be sure to add that time in. Ingredients:
1/2 cup flour |
1/8 teaspoon salt |
3 tablespoons shortening |
4 teaspoons cold water |
1/3 cup pecan halves |
1 egg |
1/3 cup corn syrup |
1/3 cup brown sugar, packed |
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract |
whipped cream (optional) or ice cream (optional) |
Directions:
1. In a bowl, combine flour and salt; cut in shortening until crumbly.
2. Gradually add water, tossing with fork until dough forms a ball.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minute
4. Preheat oven to 375°F.
5. Divide dough in half; roll each half into a 6 circle.
6. Transfer to 2 (4 1/2 inch) tart pans; fit pastry into pans, trimming if necessary.
7. Arrange pecans in pans.
8. Mix egg, corn syrup, brown sugar and vanilla together; pour over pecans.
9. Place tart pans on a baking sheet.
10. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted near center comes out clean.
11. Cool on a wire rack.
12. Top with whipped or ice cream if desired.
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