Pecan Sandies
Indulge in the irresistible charm of pecan sandies, a classic buttery shortbread cookie elevated with finely chopped pecans for a satisfying crunch in every bite. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are delightfully easy to make, with just a handful of pantry staples like unsalted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Perfectly balanced with a hint of salt and golden edges from their time in the oven, pecan sandies are an ideal treat for holiday gatherings, afternoon tea, or any time you crave a nutty, crumbly cookie. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and no chilling required, this recipe is as convenient as it is delicious. Serve these versatile cookies with a warm cup of coffee or gift them in a festive tin—either way, they’re bound to disappear in no time!
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Ingredients
- 226 grams Unsalted butter
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 50 grams Brown sugar, packed
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 250 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 120 grams Pecans, finely chopped
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using an electric mixer.
Step 3
Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed until a crumbly dough forms.
Step 6
Fold in the finely chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 7
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place each ball onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each ball.
Step 8
Lightly flatten each dough ball with the bottom of a glass or your fingers to create a disk shape.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are light golden brown.
Step 10
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 11
Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (757.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3980.7 |
| Total Fat 282.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 120.8g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 500.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1231.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 357.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 154.9g | |
| Protein 38.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 209.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 892.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories