Description
Delicious pecan sandies that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon almond extract
- 1¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cover two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Using a stand mixer on medium speed, cream the butter and ½ cup of powdered sugar until fluffy and pale.
- Reduce the speed to low. Add the vanilla and almond extracts.
- With the mixer on low, slowly add the flour, beating until combined. Mix in the chopped pecans until incorporated.
- Use a 1-tablespoon scoop to portion the dough. Roll it into balls with the palms of your hands. Place the balls about 1¼ inches apart onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12 minutes, or until the bottom is light golden brown.
- Cool the cookies for 15 minutes.
- Add the remaining powdered sugar to a medium wide bowl. Gently roll the cookies through the powdered sugar.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, let the dough chill before baking.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie