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pecan sandies

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Recipe by
Beth Pierce
@smalltownwoman
Ofallon, MO

Easy Pecan Sandies are scrumptious buttery shortbread cookies with a healthy helping of chopped pecans. If you like shortbread cookies, these are a must-try! They are a tried and true friend and family favorite. Enjoy these with a tall glass of ice-cold milk or a warm cup of fresh coffee for breakfast, dessert, or a midday snack.

yield 22 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For pecan sandies

  • 1 c
    unsalted butter softened
  • ¼ c
    granulated sugar
  • ? c
    packed light brown sugar
  • 2 c
    all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp
    teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ tsp
    vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ c
    coarsely chopped pecans (reserve ½ cup)

How To Make pecan sandies

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • 2
    Using a stand blender with the paddle attachment or a handheld electric blender on medium speed, cream the butter and both sugars until light and fluffy, approximately 2-5 minutes.
  • 3
    Reduce the speed to low and add the flour, salt, and vanilla extract. Continue beating until incorporated. Reduce the speed to stir and add the chopped pecans reserving about 1/2 cup.
  • 4
    Using a 1 1/2 tablespoon scoop for equal measurements, roll the dough into balls and then roll them through the reserved chopped pecans.
  • 5
    Place them on the prepared baking sheet with a little space between them for warm air to flow. Press the balls fairly flat using the flat bottom of a glass or a glass Pyrex measuring cup.
  • 6
    Bake for 14-16 minutes or until lightly browned. Let the cookies cool for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack to fully cool.
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