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Frosted Butter Pecan Cookies

A delightful treat that brings together toasted pecans, creamy butter, and a rich brown sugar glaze.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened, at room temperature
  • 1 cup brown sugar adds moisture and deep flavor
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar balances sweetness and texture
  • 1 large egg helps bind the ingredients
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract enhances flavor
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour base of cookie dough
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda helps cookies rise
  • 1/2 tsp salt balances sweetness
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans toasted, adds crunch
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter used in the glaze
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar for glaze sweetness
  • 2 tbsp milk or cream for glaze consistency
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar for glaze finish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the chopped pecans on a baking sheet and toast them for about 5–7 minutes until fragrant.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar. Cream together until light and fluffy.
  3. Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet ingredients until just incorporated.
  5. Fold in the cooled toasted pecans. Drop rounded portions of dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
  6. Bake for about 10–12 minutes until edges are golden brown. Cool on baking sheet for five minutes before transferring to wire racks.
  7. Prepare the glaze by mixing melted butter, brown sugar, milk, and powdered sugar until smooth, then drizzle over cooled cookies.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

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