What sweets do you associate with the holiday season? Apple pie? Gingerbread? Pumpkin cheesecake?
For me, it’s all of those, but nothing more so than pecan pie. That said, I often find a slice of this very rich dessert to be almost too much after a big holiday meal—which is why I’m such a fan of these petite pecan squares!
They have all the flavors of the traditional dessert, but with a thinner filling and a smaller, handheld size.
These squares would be lovely on a holiday dessert buffet (no slicing or silverware needed), the perfect contribution to a potluck celebration or great wrapped up as a “from your kitchen” gift.
Also, for those of us who are a bit apprehensive when it comes to rolling out that perfect pie crust, this shortbread crust—which is pressed into your pan—is a dream come true!
