Step 1

Preheat oven to 325F (160F) . Spray or grease 10 cups of a standard muffin tin.

Step 2

In a food processor, process 1/4 cup pecans until finely chopped (texture of meal, not flour); Transfer to a medium bowl. Chop the remaining pecans (not too fine) and add to bowl along with the remaining ingredients,

Step 3

Divide evenly among prepared cups. With moistened fingertips. lightly press mixture into cups.

Step 4

Bake in preheated oven for 12 to 14 minutes until pecans are fragrant and deep golden brown.

Step 5

Transfer tin to a cooling rack and cool completely in pan. Place the cooled tin in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Step 6

Using the tip of a butter knife, remove pecan pie bites from pan. Eat!