Sweet Bite-Size Treats

Name: Mini Pecan Tarts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 package mini tart shells.; 1 cup chocolate chips.; ½ cup caramel sauce.; ½ cup chopped pecans.; ¼ cup whole pecans.; ¼ cup butter, melted.; ¼ cup brown sugar.; ¼ tsp sea salt.

These mini tarts combine three classic flavors - chocolate, caramel, and pecans - in a bite-sized treat.

By Clare Greco

Updated on Saturday 07 December 2024

A close-up of individual chocolate tartlets topped with pecans.

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Tiny bites of pure bliss chocolate caramel pecans layered in buttery shells. These treats bring parties to life and make any moment special.

Pure Heaven

Sweet meets salty in these perfect bites. Dark chocolate gooey caramel crunchy nuts finished with sea salt create magic in your mouth.

Grab These

Tart shells: Mini ready or homemade.
Chocolate chips: 1 cup dark.
Caramel: ½ cup smooth.
Pecans: ¾ cup split use.
Butter: ¼ cup melted.
Brown sugar: ¼ cup.
Sea salt: Pinch tops.

Let's Make Magic

Start:: Heat oven 350°F prep shells.
Chocolate:: Melt smooth spread in shells.
Layer:: Add caramel drizzle.
Top:: Mix nuts butter sugar spread on.
Finish:: Whole pecan salt sprinkle bake 10 mins.
Wait:: Cool set serve happy.

A close-up of chocolate tartlets topped with pecans and chocolate shavings, arranged on a wire rack. | Recipesbyclare.com

Sweet Tips

Good chocolate matters. Watch caramel filling stay neat. Extra drizzle on top makes them shine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make the tart shells ahead?: Store unfilled shells 2 days at room temp. Fill just before serving.
Why add salt?: Salt enhances sweetness and adds depth. Use flaky sea salt for best texture.
Can I freeze these?: Freeze unfilled shells only. Filled tarts don't freeze well.
What chocolate works best?: Use good quality semi-sweet (60-70% cocoa) for rich flavor.
How do I prevent overflow?: Don't overfill with caramel. Leave room for pecan topping.

Mini Pecan Tarts

Mini tarts layered with chocolate, caramel and buttery pecans. Perfect bite-size desserts.

Prep Time

15 Minutes

Cook Time

12 Minutes

Total Time

27 Minutes

By: Clare Greco

Category: Sweet Treats

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yield: 24 Servings (24 tarts)

Dietary: Vegetarian

Ingredients

01 1 package mini tart shells.

02 1 cup chocolate chips.

03 ½ cup caramel sauce.

04 ½ cup chopped pecans.

05 ¼ cup whole pecans.

06 ¼ cup butter, melted.

07 ¼ cup brown sugar.

08 ¼ tsp sea salt.

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 350°F.

Step 02

Melt the chocolate.

Step 03

Add a layer of melted chocolate to the mini tart shells.

Step 04

Top with a layer of caramel sauce.

Step 05

Mix chopped pecans, melted butter, and brown sugar together.

Step 06

Add the pecan mixture to each tart shell.

Step 07

Top the tarts with whole pecans and sprinkle with sea salt.

Step 08

Bake tarts for 10-12 minutes.

Step 09

Cool completely before serving.

Notes

Use quality chocolate.
Don't overfill with caramel.

Tools You'll Need

Baking sheet.
Small saucepan.
Mixing bowl.

Allergy Information

Please check ingredients for potential allergens and consult a health professional if in doubt.

Dairy.
Tree nuts.
Wheat.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.

Calories: 140
Total Fat: 8g
Total Carbohydrate: 16g
Protein: 2g