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Pecan Crescents Recipe

Description: Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Pecan Crescents, a perfect treat for any occasion. With a buttery, nutty taste and a hint of sweetness, these crescent-shaped cookies are sure to become a favorite. This recipe yields approximately 105 cookies, making it ideal for sharing with family and friends.

  • Category: Dessert 🍪
  • Keywords: Cookie & Brownie, Fruit, Nuts, Christmas, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

  • Calories: 32.7
  • Fat Content: 2.5g
  • Saturated Fat Content: 1.2g
  • Cholesterol Content: 4.7mg
  • Sodium Content: 12.5mg
  • Carbohydrate Content: 2.3g
  • Fiber Content: 0.2g
  • Sugar Content: 0.6g
  • Protein Content: 0.3g

Time Breakdown:

Preparation Cooking Total
2 hours 15 minutes 2 hours 15 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pecans
  • 1 3/4 cups flour

Instructions:

  1. Beat Butter Mixture: In a large bowl, beat together the butter, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla extract using a mixer until light and fluffy.

  2. Incorporate Pecans: Add the pecans to the butter mixture and mix until well blended.

  3. Gradually Add Flour: With the mixer on low speed, gradually beat in the flour until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

  4. Chill Dough: Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until firm enough to handle.

  5. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) in preparation for baking.

  6. Divide Dough: Divide the chilled dough into 8 equal pieces.

  7. Shape Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece of dough into a rope about 1/2 inch thick. Cut the rope into 1 1/2 inch lengths.

  8. Form Crescent Shapes: Taper the ends of each dough piece and shape them into crescents.

  9. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the crescent-shaped dough pieces on ungreased cookie sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

  10. Bake: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are light golden brown and firm to the touch.

  11. Coat with Sugar: While the cookies are still warm, roll them in confectioners’ sugar to coat evenly.

  12. Cool and Enjoy: Transfer the cookies to wire racks to cool completely. Once cooled, serve and enjoy the delicious Pecan Crescents with your favorite beverage.

Tips:

  • For added flavor, you can toast the pecans before incorporating them into the dough.
  • Ensure the dough is thoroughly chilled before shaping to prevent it from becoming too soft and sticky.
  • If desired, you can sprinkle additional confectioners’ sugar over the cooled cookies for an extra sweet touch.

Indulge in the buttery goodness and nutty crunch of these irresistible Pecan Crescents. Whether you’re enjoying them with a cup of tea or sharing them at a holiday gathering, these cookies are sure to delight your taste buds and leave you craving more!

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