Pecan Praline Cookies Recipe ๐ช
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 36 cookies
Description:
Indulge in the irresistible charm of these Pecan Praline Cookies, straight from the pages of today’s local paper! Delightfully soft brown sugar cookies adorned with crunchy pecans and a decadent caramel icing, these treats are guaranteed to elicit countless “mmm” moments with every bite. Perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings in under an hour!
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 1/2 cups light brown sugar, divided
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 36 whole pecans
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Preheat oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC). |
| 2 | Cream together the butter and 1 cup of brown sugar in a large bowl until fluffy. |
| 3 | Blend in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. |
| 4 | In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the creamed mixture, stirring just until combined. |
| 5 | Shape tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them 2 inches apart on lightly greased or parchment paper-lined cookie sheets. |
| 6 | Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly browned. Allow the cookies to cool on the sheets for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely. |
| 7 | Meanwhile, prepare the icing. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of brown sugar and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cook and stir for 2 minutes. |
| 8 | Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the powdered sugar until smooth. |
| 9 | Dip the bottoms of the pecans into the icing and place 2 on each cookie. |
| 10 | Drizzle the tops of the cookies with the remaining icing. |
| 11 | Allow the icing to set before serving, and enjoy the delightful taste of these Pecan Praline Cookies! |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 147.1
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2.6g
- Cholesterol: 17.2mg
- Sodium: 74.9mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 23.1g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.4g
- Sugar: 18.1g
- Protein: 1.1g
Indulge in the rich flavors and comforting textures of these homemade Pecan Praline Cookies. Whether you’re baking for a special occasion or simply craving a sweet treat, this recipe is sure to become a beloved favorite in your household. Enjoy every delightful bite!
