Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2/3 cup sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Cream together the softened butter and sugar in a mixing bowl until light and fluffy.
- Gradually add all-purpose flour, chopped pecans, vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture. Mix to form a cohesive dough.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll into balls, and place them on the baking sheet.
- Optional: Press a whole pecan on top of each dough ball for extra crunch.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Your kitchen will soon be filled with an irresistible aroma!
- Remove from oven and let cookies cool on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- For longer storage, freeze in a single layer and thaw at room temperature before serving.
- Pair with vanilla ice cream or drizzle with caramel sauce for a delightful twist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
