LEMON PECAN SLICES

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These attractive morsels are my daughter's favorite. The lemon glaze pairs well with the delicate nut-topped cookie. -Melissa Branning, Fontana, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield about 7 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
TOPPING:
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup sugar
LEMON GLAZE:
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
5 teaspoons lemon juice
1 drop yellow food coloring, optional

Steps:

  • In a bowl, cream the butter and sugars. Separate one egg; refrigerate egg white. Add the egg yolk, second egg, vanilla and lemon zest to creamed mixture; mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Shape into three 7-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm., Unwrap logs. Lightly beat reserved egg white. Combine pecans and sugar. Brush each log with egg white, then roll in pecan mixture, pressing firmly into dough., Cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 400° for 6-7 minutes or until very lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over cookies.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Hello Game Over
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These slices are a great dessert for any occasion. They're easy to make and they always turn out perfectly.


Jaiden Blaker
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I made these slices for my kids and they loved them! They're a great way to get kids to eat their fruit.


MD.Alamgir Hossain Rana
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These slices are a great way to use up leftover pie crust. I always have a few leftover pie crusts in my freezer and these slices are a great way to use them up.


Youssef Mahmoud
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I love how versatile these slices are. You can serve them as a dessert, a snack, or even a breakfast treat.


Snethemba Mkhonza
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These slices are a great make-ahead dessert. You can make them ahead of time and then just store them in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve them.


KAtrina M. Ifill
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I made these slices for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them and they were all asking for the recipe.


Ganna Mohmoud
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These slices are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without overindulging. They're not too sweet and they're very filling.


Fari Siddiqi
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I love the texture of these slices. They're soft and chewy, and the pecans add a nice crunch.


Sheldon Boshoff
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These slices are a great dessert for summer. They're light and refreshing, and they're perfect for a hot day.


chete Nyathi
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I made these slices for a bake sale and they sold out in minutes! They're a great dessert to make for any bake sale or potluck.


elena yarina
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These slices are a great way to use up leftover lemons. I always have a few lemons on hand and these slices are a great way to use them up before they go bad.


bhaaa 426
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I'm not a huge fan of lemon desserts, but I really enjoyed these slices. The lemon flavor is subtle and it pairs perfectly with the pecans.


Thandolwethu Thwala
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These slices are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're definitely worth the effort. They're so delicious and they're sure to impress your guests.


David Teal
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I've made these slices several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfectly.


Madeana Irvine
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I made these slices for my family and they loved them! They're a great dessert for any occasion.


Shariif Sadaq
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These slices were a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. They're still very good and I would definitely make them again.


Kavanagh Joseph Kavanagh Joey
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I love how moist and flavorful these slices are. The lemon and pecans are a perfect combination. I also appreciate that they're not too sweet.


Shaheena Siddique
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These lemon pecan slices were a huge hit at my last party! They're so easy to make and they taste amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.