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Butter Pecan Shortbread Cookies

  • Author: Camiliya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
  • Total Time: 36 minute
  • Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Delightful buttery cookies featuring crunchy pecans, perfect for any occasion and irresistibly melt-in-your-mouth!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup toasted pecans, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
  4. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  5. Gradually add the all-purpose flour until fully incorporated; ensure there are no dry patches.
  6. Gently fold in the finely chopped toasted pecans.
  7. Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
  8. Transfer cookies to plates and let them cool completely before enjoying.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
  • Calories: 110
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 11g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in a pinch of cinnamon or swapping pecans for walnuts or almonds. Chill the dough briefly before baking for perfectly shaped cookies.