Southern Pecan Crisps Recipe

Recipe courtesy of Pepperidge Farm

Watch how to make this recipe.

• Yield: 20 Servings
• Nutritional Analysis Per Serving (1 of 20 servings): Calories 52, Total Fat 3 g, Saturated Fat 1 g, Carbohydrates 7 g, Dietary Fiber 0 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 0 g, Cholesterol 3 mg, Sodium 5 mg

• Total: 1 hr 37 min
• Prep: 25 min
• Inactive: 1 hr
• Cook: 12 min

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 2 tbsp. butter, melted
• 1/3 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 of a 17.3-ounce package Pepperidge Farm(R) Puff Pastry Sheets (1 sheet), thawed according to package directions
• 2 1/2 tsp. confectioners' sugar

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Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 400F. In a small bowl, stir together the brown sugar, melted butter, and chopped pecans until thoroughly combined.
2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry sheet into a 15 x 12-inch rectangle. Cut into 20 (3-inch) squares and press each into the bottom of a 3-inch muffin-pan cup. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the pecan mixture into the center of each.
3. Bake for 12 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans and cool completely on a wire rack. Dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

Imagine the irresistible crunch of flaky puff pastry embracing a caramel-sweet pecan fillingthese Southern Pecan Crisps transform simple ingredients into bite-sized bliss that'll steal the show at any gathering! Inspired by Pepperidge Farm's classic, they're effortlessly elegant, blending buttery richness, nutty crunch, and just the right hint of indulgence.

Start with pantry staples and unlock pro tips: Thaw puff pastry perfectly to avoid cracks, roll precisely for even rising, and press firmly into muffin cups for that perfect tart-like puff. Bake hot at 400F for golden, airy magicwatch them rise like a dream! Cool on a wire rack to keep them crisp, then dust with powdered sugar for snowy perfection. At just 52 calories each, they're a guilt-free treat packed with flavor.

Elevate with a cinnamon pinch or egg wash for extra shine. Sharp cuts preserve layers for maximum flake; store airtight for two days or freeze unbaked for later. Pair with coffee or port, serve as appetizers or dessertthese crowd-pleasing minis capture pecan pie charm in handheld form. Whip up a double batch and ignite your kitchen with Southern warmth today![1][3]

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