Description
These bite-sized wonders combine rich buttery flavor with crunchy pecans, creating a sweet treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Additional powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the flour, salt, and chopped pecans, mixing until just combined.
- Shape the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool slightly before rolling them in powdered sugar.
- Let the cookies cool completely before serving.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with a vegan alternative. Walnuts can also be used instead of pecans.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg