Super Bowl 50 is right around the corner! Regardless of whether you're a Panthers or Broncos fan, there's a good chance you'll be watching the big game. Although I love football and am a diehard Vikings fan, I usually feel pretty "meh" about the Super Bowl. To be honest, I get more excited about the food, commercials, and halftime show then the actual game. After I heard Beyonce was returning to the halftime show this year, it honestly didn't matter who was playing in the actual game. Matthew was equally excited that Bruno Mars would be returning as well.
Halftime shenanigans aside, navigating the snacks at your Super Bowl party can feel like somewhat of a minefield for those of us with healthy eating New Year's resolutions. In an attempt to lighten up one of my favorite desserts, I decided to miniaturize a pecan pie recipe. I stumbled upon some pre-shaped miniature phyllo shells at the grocery store and used this as a base for my pecan pie filling. The hardest part is stopping at just one of these little delicacies. If you’re looking for a healthier option for munching on Super Bowl Sunday, be sure to give these a try!
Miniature Pecan Tarts
Adapted from Athens Foods
Servings: 15 • Serving Size: 1 mini tart • Calories: 68 • Fat: 4.5 g • Carb: 6.5 g • Fiber: 0.3 g • Protein: 1 g • Sugar: 4 g • Sodium: 23 mg
Ingredients
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 large egg
4 teaspoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons agave nectar
¼ teaspoon vanilla
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
½ cup pecans chopped
15 Mini Phyllo Shells
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°F and place rack in center of the oven.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except pecans. Mix well. Stir in chopped pecans. Arrange mini shells on a baking sheet. Fill mini shells with one rounded teaspoon of pecan mixture.
Bake for 10-15 minutes. Let them cool before serving.
Heather's Helpful Hints
These miniature tarts are so easy to make, you might find yourself with some extra time on your hands in the kitchen. Homemade whipped cream is the perfect topping for this dessert. While the tarts are cooling, whip up a batch and add a dollop to the top before serving!
This Cake is Desi
i have to try theseeee... They look so good.
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Thank you! I hope you enjoy them if you give them a try :)
This Cake is Desi
Sooon for sure.
Summer Daisy
Looks so delicious! I need to try these ♥
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Heather @ Sweet Precision
Thank you! You'll definitely like them if you give them a try :-)
laurasmess
These are adorable! We don't get the Superbowl over here in Australia but I'm currently watching the NBA season via the internet... I reckon these mini pecan pies would be perfect for the OKC/Golden State game on the weekend ;) Great recipe!
Heather @ Sweet Precision
My husband is a Golden State fan- he really likes Stephen Curry! I'm not a big basketball watcher but anything to do with Riley Curry is absolutely adorable ;-) Hope you have a great weekend Laura!
laurasmess
Stephen Curry is absolutely amazing... but totally agree that Riley is a show-stealer! They seem like such a lovely family, too. I've been following Stephen's wife Ayesha's foodie adventures (she has a blog called Little Lights of Mine with recipes). Hope you have a lovely weekend too! xx
Heather @ Sweet Precision
I just recently discovered her blog and it is awesome! I agree, they do seem like such a cute family. Hope you're enjoying the game :-)
laurasmess
Such an awesome game today! Hope your husband watched it, Warriors v OKC :) Thanks lovely x
Francesca
I understand absolutely nothing about football and I have no intention to make any improvement in that department for the future! ???? Plus, Sunday night I'm all about my beloved Downton Abbey! However, I tried to catch the halftime show because of the viewers' high expectations and because it is truly entertaining. I hope this year Beyonce' is going to deliver something better than Kathy Perry! I thought her performance was quite disappointing!
Your mini tarts sounds and looks divine! I love the idea of using phyllo shells instead of pastry puff! They must be light and impossible to resist.
Looking forward to commenting the halftime show with you! xo
Heather @ Sweet Precision
I don't blame you one bit Francesca! Only because I grew up going to games with my dad, do I enjoy watching them now as an adult. And come Super Bowl time I usually don't care about either of the teams. Enjoy your Downton Abbey on Sunday and have fun tuning into the halftime show. Speaking of halftime shows, I was also underwhelmed by Katie Perry last year. I think the sharks she was dancing with were more amusing than her ;-)
Francesca
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Heather @ Sweet Precision
Hope you enjoyed the halftime show last night Francesca! I was completely wooed by Beyonce and Bruno... it was quite the show! :-)
Francesca
IT WAS AWESOME! I loved everything about it: Chris Martin and the Coldplay were wonderful too and the idea of Beyonce, Bruno and Chris singing together at the end was brilliant! I loved the choreography and their clothes and the colors they picked were fabulous!
And Lady Gaga singing the anthem? A-M-A-Z-I-N-G! ????
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Oh yes, Lady Gaga was AH-mazing singing at the beginning- I was beyond impressed! You are absolutely right, EVERYONE was just wonderful! The moment at the end where they were all singing together on the stage and the audience flashed the "believe in love" sign... *fantastic*!
Just Add Attitude
The shell shape pastry looks so pretty. As do the pies, I know for sure I would not be able to stop at just having one! Enjoy the super bowl. ;)
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Thank you B! I'm afraid that I wasn't able to stop at one either ;-) But c'est la vie!!
Antonia
What a perfect party dessert Heather! I love the idea of using phyllo cups, and adding whipped cream sounds perfect :D A truly gorgeous dessert! I am going to try these out the next time I entertain.
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Thank you Antonia! The phyllo cups make this dessert a snap to pull together. I found them in the freezer section with the pie crusts. It'd be fun to try something savory as a filling as well I was thinking..
Antonia
Hi Heather! I would like to nominate you for the Three Day Quote Challenge. Please do not feel obligated to participate. If you are interested the information is on my homepage :-) I hope you are having a nice weekend!
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Thank you for the nomination Antonia! I left a little note on your page as well :-) Hope you enjoyed your Super Bowl viewing last night!
Antonia
You are welcome Heather :-) Thanks!
mom
This may be the only way I can consume Pecan 'Pie' and not over indulge. Your dad is now scouring the shelves in the stores trying to find this phyllo shell shape.
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Yes! I find the mini bites perfect for portion control! We ended up freezing some of them and I'm looking forward to popping one in the microwave in the future :)
mom
As to the Super Bowl, I TOTALLY missed the Clydesdale's but did enjoy Helen Mirren;s comments on drinking and driving. Did you eat the rest of your delicious Pecan Treats during the game?
Heather @ Sweet Precision
If you can believe it, they are STILL in the freezer! I'm exercising some serious willpower ;-)
Next Stop: TBD
pretty and fun! will definitely have to try!
Heather @ Sweet Precision
YAY! Hope you enjoy :)
apuginthekitchen
Heather those are so beautiful, I am awestruck at how perfect they are. Your photographs are just gorgeous. Those sweet little tarts are also delicious, pecan pie is such a classic and yummy dessert and I love the phyllo shells rather than a traditional pastry crust. I'm with you too, the food along with the half time show and commercials are what draws me to watch super bowl, not the football. LOL!
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Such kind words Suzanne, thank you so much! We could make a nice spread with your bruschetta and these miniature pies ;-) Happy snacking for the game this weekend!
Sweets by Chy
I literally laughed out loud... thought I was the only one that attend Super Bowl festivities for the food and half-time. I don't feel so bad anymore. Beautiful dessert...awesome recipe!
Heather @ Sweet Precision
Exactly! It's really more of a social event than a sporting event for me ;-) Thanks for stopping by!