Pecan Sandies Cookies Recipe
	
	
		Delicious Pecan Sandies cookies, featuring a buttery and nutty flavor with a delightful crunch. These simple yet satisfying cookies are perfect for any occasion.
	 
	
		
							- Author: Rita
 
							- Prep Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Cook Time: 15 minutes
 
							- Total Time: 30 minutes
 
							- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
 
							- Category: Dessert
 
							- Method: Baking
 
							- Cuisine: American
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			Dough:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
 
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
 
- ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
 
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
 
- ½ teaspoon salt
 
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
 
Topping:
- 1 ½ cups coarsely chopped pecans (reserve ½ cup for rolling)
 
		
 
	 
	
		
		
			
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
 
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a stand mixer or using a handheld mixer, cream the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-5 minutes.
 
- Add Dry Ingredients: Mix in the flour, salt, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
 
- Add Pecans: Stir in the chopped pecans, saving some for rolling the cookies.
 
- Shape the Dough: Portion out the dough, roll into balls, and coat with reserved pecans.
 
- Bake: Place the dough balls on a baking sheet, flatten slightly, and bake for 14-16 minutes until lightly browned.
 
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1 cookie
 
							- Calories: 180
 
							- Sugar: 7g
 
							- Sodium: 90mg
 
							- Fat: 12g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 5g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 16g
 
							- Fiber: 1g
 
							- Protein: 2g
 
							- Cholesterol: 20mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: Pecan Sandies, Cookies, Nutty, Dessert