PECAN PIE COOKIES

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My family loves pecans. In fact, we have pecan pie at Thanksgiving and these pecan cookies at Christmas.-Julie McQuiston, Bradenton, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup shortening
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Frosting of choice, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Shape into 1-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Using the end of a wooden spoon handle, make a 1/2-in.-deep indentation in the center of each ball. Combine filling ingredients; spoon into cookies., Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 1 minute before removing from pans to wire racks. If desired, top with frosting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 50mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Sandra Hounou
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I'm not a baker, but these cookies were surprisingly easy to make. I'm definitely going to try more recipes from this website.


Zacharia Stokes
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These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.


Education Pak
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I love the gooey filling in these cookies. It's the perfect balance to the buttery crust.


kitesi Adella
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These cookies are the perfect holiday treat. They're festive, delicious, and easy to make.


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I'm not a huge fan of pecan pie, but these cookies were surprisingly good. I would definitely make them again.


Amin Mohamed
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These cookies are a lot of work, but they're worth it. They're so delicious!


vietnam server
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I had some trouble with the dough being too sticky, but I was able to work through it. The cookies turned out great!


Banana_vr
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These cookies are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.


Austin C Gish
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I've made these cookies several times and they're always a hit. They're the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


Keith Bean
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I love the way these cookies look! They're so festive and perfect for the holidays.


Irfan Moinuddin
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These cookies are so easy to make and they always turn out perfect. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Tyler Orlando
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I made these cookies for a potluck and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved the rich, buttery flavor and the gooey pecan filling. I will definitely be making these again.


Hasnaa Hamdy
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These pecan pie cookies were absolutely divine! The combination of sweet, gooey filling and buttery crust was perfection. I loved the addition of chopped pecans, which added a nice crunch and nutty flavor. I will definitely be making these again soon


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