Here’s a delicious, easy recipe for Pecan Caramel Baklava Cups — all the buttery, nutty, caramel goodness of baklava, but in simple bite-sized cups using phyllo shells. Perfect for parties, holidays, or a quick impressive dessert!

🧁 Pecan Caramel Baklava Cups

⭐ Ingredients

1 package mini phyllo shells (usually 15 per box)
1 cup chopped pecans
3 tbsp melted butter
3 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp honey
½ tsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Optional toppings:
- Caramel sauce
- Crushed pecans
- Sea salt flakes

🍯 Simple Syrup (Optional but traditional)

¼ cup honey
2 tbsp water
1 tbsp sugar
¼ tsp lemon juice

Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2. Make the Filling

In a bowl, combine:

chopped pecans
melted butter
brown sugar
honey
cinnamon
vanilla
pinch of salt

Mix until everything is coated and sticky.

3. Fill the Phyllo Cups

Place phyllo shells on a baking sheet.
Spoon the pecan mixture evenly into each cup.

4. Bake

Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the nuts are toasted and the cups are golden.

5. Add Syrup (Optional but amazing)

While warm, drizzle 1 teaspoon of the warm honey syrup over each cup.
This makes them taste exactly like baklava.

6. Finish with Caramel (Optional)

Drizzle warm caramel sauce on top.
Add a sprinkle of crushed pecans or sea salt if you like.

💡 Tips

For extra richness, add a few chopped walnuts to the pecan mix.
They keep well at room temperature for 2–3 days.
Serve them warm for the best gooey caramel texture.

Would you like a chocolate version, a maple pecan version, or a no-bake shortcut version?

Pecan caramel baklava cups