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Butter Pecan Cookies


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  • Author: Chef Tasty
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Deliciously soft cookies made with unsalted butter and finely chopped pecans, rolled in powdered sugar.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gradually sift in the flour and salt, then fold in the finely chopped nuts.
  4. Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden on the bottom.
  6. Let cool slightly before rolling warm cookies in powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Ensure butter is softened for easy mixing.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg