Best 6 Pecan Rounds Recipes

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Pecan rounds are a classic Southern cookie with a crispy outer shell and a soft, chewy interior. They're made with a simple dough that's rolled out and cut into rounds, then filled with a mixture of sugar, cinnamon, and pecans. After they're baked, the cookies are rolled in a cinnamon-sugar mixture while still warm, giving them a sweet and crunchy coating. Pecan rounds are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these delightful cookies that are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

BUTTERY PECAN ROUNDS



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Pecan halves hint at the rich flavor of these cookies. Butter brings out the nut's unique flavor.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon coarse salt
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup packed dark-brown sugar
1 large egg yolk
2/3 cup finely chopped toasted pecans (about 2 ounces)
Pecan halves, for decorating

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Sift together flour and salt into a small bowl; set aside. Put butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; mix on medium speed until smooth, about 3 minutes. Mix in egg yolk until combined. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture;mix until combined. Mix in chopped pecans.
  • Using a 1 1/4-inch ice cream scoop, drop batter onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing about 3 inches apart. Press 1 pecan half into the center of each. Bake cookies, rotating sheets halfway through, until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool completely on sheets on wire racks.

CRISP PECAN ROUNDS



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I adapted an old recipe to produce these lightly sweet cookies. They have a wonderful cinnamon and nutmeg flavor that makes them a favorite at our house for the holidays.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield about 3-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2/3 cup cold butter
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 cup chopped pecans
GLAZE:
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon water
TOPPING:
1-1/2 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in syrup. Add pecans. Shape into a 12-in. roll; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 4 hours or until firm. , Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets., For glaze, beat egg yolk and water. For topping, combine sugar and cinnamon. Brush glaze over cookies and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar. , Bake at 325° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 117mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PECAN ROUNDS



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I developed this recipe when a friend shared her pecan crop with me. These cookies are always on my family's "must make" list.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 6-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, divided
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup finely ground pecans, toasted
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream the butter and 1/2 cup sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Combine the flour, pecans and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Shape into two 8-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm. , Unwrap and cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1-1/2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 8-10 minutes or until edges are lightly browned. , Meanwhile, combine the cinnamon and remaining sugar. Roll warm cookies in cinnamon-sugar. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

BUTTERY PECAN ROUNDS



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Categories     Cookies     Nut     Dessert     Bake     Christmas

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 tspn coarse salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3/4 cup packed dark-brown sugar
1 large egg yolk
2/3 cup finely chopped toasted pecans (about 2 ounces)
Pecan halves, for decorating

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Sift together flour and salt into a small bowl; set aside. Put butter and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment; mix on medium speed until smooth, about 3 minutes. Mix in egg yolk until combined. Reduce speed to low. Add flour mixture; mix until combined. Mix in chopped pecans. 2. Use a 1 1/4" ice cream scoop, drop batter onto baking sheets lined with parchment paper, spacing about 3 inches apart. Press 1 pecan half into the center of each. Bake cookies, rotating sheets halfway through, until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool completely on sheets on wire racks. Cookies can be stored between layers of parchment in airtight containers at room temperature up to 2 days.

CHEDDAR PECAN ROUNDS



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My dear friend Priscilla made this and gave me the recipe. It is soooo delish

Provided by barbara Cody

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 stick unsalted butter
16 oz freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese
1 Tbsp of creole seasoning salt
1 c chopped pecans
2 c flour
1 tsp baking powder

Steps:

  • 1. Melt butter and put into large bowl. Add seasoning and pecans and mix well. Add the 16oz of freshly shredded Cheddar Cheese to the butter mixture and mix well; add flour and baking powder together and gradually add to cheese mixture. You might have to use your hands to mix all together. Make 4 balls out of the mixture and roll each ball on wax paper making 4 rolls about the sized of a quarter. wrap in the wax paper and freeze. Defrost each roll as needed and cut into 1/8 inch and put on a cookie sheet with quick release foil lined pans. Bake at 350 for 12 minutes.
  • 2. This recipe makes alot of cheese rounds but the good part is that you can keep them in the freezer and take out as needed. Enjoy!

BUTTER PECAN ROUNDS



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An easy drop cookie, and one of my husband's favorites. Use real butter in the recipe.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1 ½ cups chopped pecans
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
½ cup unsalted butter
½ cup white sugar
½ cup packed light brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a skillet over medium heat toast the pecans with 2 tablespoons of the butter, cooking for about 5 minutes. Sprinkle 1 1/2 tablespoons of the white sugar over the top.
  • Cream 1/2 cup of the butter with the white and brown sugar. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Mix in the flour, baking soda and salt. Stir in the pecan mixture.
  • Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown. Let cool and devour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 27.3 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 115.2 mg, Sugar 13 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh pecans for a more flavorful cookie.
  • Toast the pecans before using to enhance their flavor.
  • Don't overmix the dough, or the cookies will be tough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent the cookies from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies until they are just set, or they will be dry.
  • Let the cookies cool on a wire rack before serving.

Conclusion:

Pecan rounds are a delicious and easy-to-make cookie that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for any occasion, from casual gatherings to holiday parties. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of pecan rounds that will be sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give pecan rounds a try. You won't be disappointed!

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