Butter Pecan Treats (Printable Format)
Crunchy roasted pecans mixed with buttery dough and a hint of brown sugar sweetness, perfect for sharing.
# Needed Ingredients:
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1 cup pecan halves.
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1 large room-temperature egg, separated.
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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1 cup packed brown sugar.
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1 cup and 1 tablespoon softened butter, divided.
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1 3/4 cups chopped pecans.
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2 cups self-rising flour.
# Preparation Steps:
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Spread chopped pecans with 1 tablespoon butter. Put them in the oven at 325°F, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes. Let cool fully.
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Whip the rest of the butter and brown sugar on high for about 5-7 minutes. Stir in the vanilla and egg yolk. Add the flour and mix well. Let this chill for an hour.
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Shape the chilled dough into small 1-inch balls. Roll these balls in the toasted nuts. Space them out on baking sheets and set the oven to 375°F.
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Whip the egg white until it’s frothy. Dip each pecan half in the foamy egg white and gently press it onto the top of every cookie.
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Bake everything at 375°F for 10-12 minutes until golden and firm.
# Supplementary Details:
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Toasting the pecans boosts their flavor.
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You need to chill the dough for it to set properly.
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Egg white makes sure the pecans stick firmly.
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These cookies freeze nicely.
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Regular flour can work, but you’ll need to adjust the recipe.
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Makes an amazing treat for the holidays.