Cocoa Pecan Crescents
Indulge in the buttery, nutty richness of Cocoa Pecan Crescents, a delightful twist on classic crescent cookies. These melt-in-your-mouth treats feature finely chopped pecans and a hint of unsweetened cocoa, creating a harmonious balance of earthy sweetness and subtle chocolate flavor. With their charming crescent shape and a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious. Perfect for holiday gatherings, tea-time indulgence, or gifting, these cookies come together effortlessly in under 30 minutes of prep and baking. Whether served fresh or stored for later, Cocoa Pecan Crescents promise to be an irresistible bite of pure comfort.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams Unsalted butter
- 60 grams Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 15 grams Unsweetened cocoa powder
- 120 grams Pecans, finely chopped
- 30 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together with a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract, ensuring it is fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and unsweetened cocoa powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined.
Fold in the finely chopped pecans using a spatula until evenly distributed.
Using about 1 tablespoon of dough at a time, roll it between your hands to form a small log, then shape it into a crescent. Place the crescents on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 cm (1 inch) of space between each.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are set but not browned. Be careful not to overbake, as they can become dry.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies are cool, lightly dust them with the extra powdered sugar for a sweet and elegant finish.
Serve and enjoy your homemade Cocoa Pecan Crescents or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3760 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 284.6 g | 365% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.0 g | 610% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 38 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 300.1 g | 109% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.4 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 95.4 g | ||
| Protein | 40.5 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 16.6 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 1045 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
