Butter Pecan Shortbread Cookies
Butter Pecan Shortbread Cookies are a delightful treat that will brighten anyone’s day. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies feature crunchy pecans, creating a sweet aroma as they bake. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons with tea, these cookies are simple to make and will have you counting down the minutes until they’re cool enough to eat. Enjoy them fresh from the oven for a heartwarming indulgence!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather all ingredients.
- Toast pecans on a baking sheet for about 8-10 minutes until fragrant; let cool.
- In a large bowl, cream softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Gradually mix in flour and salt until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fold in toasted pecans and vanilla extract gently.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use room temperature butter for easier mixing and fluffier cookies. Experiment by adding chocolate chips or using walnuts instead of pecans for a different flavor profile.