Description
Delicate Pecan Caramel Baklava Cups offer Mediterranean magic in miniature pastry form. Crisp phyllo layers mingle with rich caramel and toasted pecans, creating an irresistible dessert experience that transports you straight to sweet indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 package phyllo pastry cups
- 1 cup (240 ml) chopped pecans
- ½ cup (100 g) brown sugar
Sweeteners and Sauces:
- ½ cup (120 ml) caramel sauce
- ¼ cup (60 ml) honey
Spices and Enhancers:
- ¼ cup (57 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350°F (175°C), ensuring the rack is positioned in the center for even heat distribution.
- In a medium mixing bowl, thoroughly combine finely chopped pecans, rich brown sugar, melted unsalted butter, fragrant ground cinnamon, and a delicate pinch of kosher salt until the mixture becomes a cohesive, crumbly filling.
- Arrange pre-made phyllo cups on a rimmed baking sheet, creating a neat grid for even baking.
- Carefully spoon the pecan mixture into each delicate phyllo cup, filling them generously to approximately 3/4 of their height, allowing a small space for caramel and preventing overflow.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake for 11-13 minutes, watching for a golden-brown transformation of the phyllo cups and a gentle bubbling of the pecan filling.
- While the cups are baking, prepare the caramel sauce by gently warming store-bought caramel sauce with pure honey and high-quality vanilla extract in a small saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture becomes smooth and fluid.
- Once the phyllo cups emerge from the oven, let them rest for 2-3 minutes to slightly cool and stabilize.
- Drizzle the warm caramel-honey mixture elegantly over each baked cup, ensuring an even distribution of the glossy sauce.
- Allow the baklava cups to cool for 5-7 minutes, permitting the caramel to set slightly and the cups to reach a safe serving temperature.
Notes
- Quickly toast pecans before chopping to enhance their rich, nutty flavor and create a more complex taste profile.
- Brown sugar and melted butter create a decadent, gooey filling that caramelizes beautifully during baking, giving these cups an irresistible texture.
- Phyllo cups provide a delicate, crispy base that contrasts perfectly with the soft, sweet pecan mixture, making each bite a delightful experience.
- Warm caramel sauce with honey adds a luxurious shine and extra layer of sweetness, elevating these bite-sized desserts from simple to spectacular.
- Let the baklava cups cool for a few minutes to allow the caramel to set slightly, preventing burns and ensuring the most enjoyable eating experience.
- Store any leftover cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain their crisp texture and delicious flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg