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Pecan Cookies

Butter Pecan Cookies are a crisp, nutty shortbread cookie packed with chopped pecans! These delicious treats are similiar to a Pecan Sandie.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Chill Time20 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Pecan Cookies'
Servings: 24
Author: Jen CIncyshopper

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 stick Butter softened
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Milk cold
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 2 cup Flour
  • 1 cup Pecans finely chopped
  • 2 tsp Vanilla

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325.
  • In a medium bowl whisk together flour, cinnamon and salt.
  • Add pecans and whisk until distributed.
  • Beat butter in a large bowl until fluffy.
  • Add sugar, vanilla and cold milk and beat until incorporated.
  • Gradually add dry ingredients to wet. Beat to combine.
  • Add all other ingredients and mix to combine.
  • Cover dough and chill for 20 minutes.
  • Form into 1 - 1.5 inch balls.
  • Place on ungreased baking sheet about 2" apart.
  • Press down to 1/2" thickness.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 75mg | Potassium: 30mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 179IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg