For a while, when I was young and naïve, I wanted to open a pie
shop. It’s name was to be Sweetie Pies.
Well, that or Pi R Round. I would have used this name if it had
been near MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology).
I have always been a pie fan, and prefer a good pie to most
desserts.
My favorites are fruit pies. Apple, peach, blueberry, strawberry,
or mixtures like cherry-berry-peach pie. Key lime is also a favorite, and I
have a hard time saying no to any lemon tart.
Pecan pie is a sticky one for me, though, in more ways than one.
We have a love-hate relationship. I can only take a little at a time because it
is so darned rich. And sweet. And rich.
Whenever I cook a Cajun or New Orleanian meal, pecan pie seems to
be the most logical dessert. But the cuisines themselves are rich, so only a
little tidbit is wanted afterwards.
When looking for a post-gumbo dessert for Dianne and her
daughter, Kitt, I came upon this recipe from Langlois in New Orleans. They were the perfect little ending
for our meal, and make for a great holiday treat. I made a few adjustments to make them easier for you!
Langlois’ Pecan Praline Bites
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Sippity Sup
December 17, 2016 at 5:57 pmJust the word praline say NOLA to me. I hear you about Pecan Pie too. It's one of my must-haves at T-Gives but I always take a teeny sliver. THese bites are now my new must-have. GREG
Cocoa & Lavender
December 20, 2016 at 9:48 amJust one of few cases where more is not better, Greg!
Joan
December 17, 2016 at 9:46 pmInspiring, yummy, feast for eyes!
Cocoa & Lavender
December 20, 2016 at 9:48 amThanks, Joan! I hope you and your family have a peaceful Christmas.
Bizzy Lizzy's Good Things
December 17, 2016 at 9:58 pmI love the look of these, David. But even more, I love the name of your pie shop. xx
Cocoa & Lavender
December 20, 2016 at 9:49 amThanks, Liz! The dreams of youth are sometimes the best!
Inger @ Art of Natural Living
December 18, 2016 at 12:11 amI think mini desserts are the BEST. And you will be happy to know that there IS a Sweetie Pies pie shop near our "cabin up north"–see http://www.doorcountypies.com/ If you are ever in the area we will take you to visit!
Cocoa & Lavender
December 20, 2016 at 9:49 amI will definitely take you up on that, Inger!
Jean | DelightfulRepast.com
December 18, 2016 at 3:48 amDavid, I like mini desserts, too. Just a couple of sweet bites. These look wonderful!
Cocoa & Lavender
December 20, 2016 at 9:50 amThanks, Jean – every meal needs just a little something at the end!
Unknown
December 18, 2016 at 6:06 pmSeveral years ago I was playing Clairee in Steel Magnolias. She brought Pecan Tassies to the beauty salon. I had never heard of them before but looked them up and made them. I believe this is the recipe you have here. Yummy!
Cocoa & Lavender
December 20, 2016 at 9:50 amHow fun to know they have a real name, Peg!
Nutmeg
December 19, 2016 at 8:36 pmDo you deliver? 🙂
Cocoa & Lavender
December 20, 2016 at 9:51 amYes, Carolyne, but the delivery charges are exhorbitant!
Frank
December 21, 2016 at 12:40 pmPecan pie has always been one of my favorites. And I love the name "Sweetie Pie"…
Cocoa & Lavender
December 25, 2016 at 9:31 amFrank… just writing this post has once again made me want to open that pie shop!
All That I'm Eating
December 22, 2016 at 8:44 amWhat a lovely name, the pecans in these must give them such a great flavour.
Cocoa & Lavender
December 25, 2016 at 9:32 amCaroline – the flavor really is wonderful and you should try them. They will be perfect with your tea!
Valentina
December 22, 2016 at 9:36 pmI love these! And while I adore their tiny size, I'd probably eat 10! Lovely!
Cocoa & Lavender
December 25, 2016 at 9:33 amThey you have greater capacity that I, Valentina! I could only manage four!
John | heneedsfood
December 25, 2016 at 3:00 pmNow THESE are just adorable! I may feel a little high on sugar after shoving half a dozen into my mouth (or perhaps a dainty lady-nibble), but I'd enjoy them, no doubt.
Maybe when I open my shop I can make a batch of these to sell at the counter – credit to you, of course!
Cocoa & Lavender
December 26, 2016 at 7:10 amWhen are you opening your shop, John? Is that a real plan?
These are tasty and, being small, you can eat a lot (about the same amount as a piece of pie) and feel like you are being good because they are so tiny!
Caroline @ Pinch Me, I'm Eating!
December 25, 2016 at 6:47 pmI love pie, but I always forget to eat more than the first slice! Now, pies that are cookie-sized… that I can get behind! And pecan pie is one of my favorites!
Cocoa & Lavender
December 26, 2016 at 7:12 amI'm trying to remember the last time I forgot to eat pie. Um, … that would be never!
Provence WineZine
February 5, 2017 at 4:45 pmIn the case of pecan pie, wonderful as it is, a little does go along way! These are brilliant!
Cocoa & Lavender
February 5, 2017 at 6:12 pmThey would be perfect for your afternoon cup of tea!