Pecan Sandies
Pecan Sandies are the ultimate comfort cookie, blending buttery richness with crunchy pecans for a delightful treat. Perfectly golden-brown and melt-in-your-mouth, these cookies evoke warmth and nostalgia with each bite. Ideal for cozy evenings or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe will quickly become a household favorite.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt; stir until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions onto lined baking sheets, spacing them apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly browned around the edges. Allow to cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (18g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Toast pecans before adding them for extra flavor. For a variation, substitute pecans with walnuts or chocolate chips. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.