PECAN CINNAMON SHORTBREAD

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The recipe for this melt-in-your-mouth cookie comes from Mitzi Sentiff from Annapolis, Maryland. "It yields just enough for the two of you and goes great with a cup of coffee," says Mitzi.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 pieces.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup butter, softened, divided
1/3 cup finely chopped pecans
2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon butter over medium heat. Add pecans; cook and stir for 1 minute or until lightly toasted. Set aside., In a small bowl, cream confectioners' sugar and remaining butter. Combine the flour, cinnamon, salt and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well (dough will be crumbly). Stir in pecans. , Pat into a 5-in. circle on an ungreased baking sheet. Using a fork, prick score lines to form four wedges. Bake at 350° for 14-16 minutes or until edges are golden brown. Immediately cut along score lines. Cool for 2 minutes before carefully removing to a wire rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241 calories, Fat 19g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Destiny Brooks
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I'm not a huge fan of shortbread cookies, but these were really good. The pecan cinnamon flavor was perfect.


Photo Drishti
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These cookies were a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try reducing the sugar next time.


Tehseen Fatima
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I love the combination of pecans and cinnamon in these cookies. They're the perfect holiday treat.


Jameel Ahmed
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These cookies were a great addition to my holiday cookie platter. They were a hit with my friends and family.


Muneeb
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I'm not a baker, but these cookies were easy to make and they turned out great! I'll definitely be making them again.


Nicasio Mahon Olivera
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These cookies were easy to make and they taste delicious! I'll definitely be making them again.


Tariq UllahDentist
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I love the pecan cinnamon flavor of these cookies! They're the perfect holiday treat.


Nevaeh Al-shami
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These cookies were a bit dry for my taste. I think I'll try adding some more butter next time.


Layla winwee
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cookies turned out great! They were the perfect addition to my holiday cookie platter.


Ricky Holliday
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These cookies were a little too sweet for my taste, but they were still good. I think I'll try reducing the sugar next time.


Nevik Madollah
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I'm not usually a fan of shortbread cookies, but these were really good. The pecan cinnamon flavor was perfect.


Tray Bates
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These cookies are so easy to make and they taste amazing! I love the combination of pecans and cinnamon.


Kledis Uruci
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cookies are buttery and crumbly with a delicious pecan cinnamon flavor.


Stefanija Nazarova
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These pecan cinnamon shortbread cookies were a hit at my holiday party! They were easy to make and had the perfect balance of sweetness and spice.