Pecan Crescent Cookies
Delicate, buttery, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, these Pecan Crescent Cookies are a timeless treat perfect for the holiday season or any time you crave a sweet indulgence. Made with finely chopped pecans and a hint of vanilla, these crescent-shaped cookies are baked to golden perfection, then generously coated in powdered sugar for a snowy finish. Their unique shape and nutty flavor make them a standout on cookie platters, while the simple ingredients and straightforward preparation mean you can whip them up in under an hour. Whether served with a warm cup of tea or given as a thoughtful homemade gift, these pecan cookies are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 226 grams Unsalted butter
- 60 grams Powdered sugar (for the dough)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 100 grams Pecans (finely chopped)
- 100 grams Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar (60 grams) together until light and fluffy using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add this to the butter mixture, mixing just until the dough starts to come together.
Gently fold in the finely chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Divide the dough into small portions, about 1 tablespoon each. Roll each portion into a small log, then curve it slightly to form a crescent shape. Place each cookie on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2.5 cm (1 inch) apart.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to turn golden. Be careful not to overbake.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies are completely cool, generously dust them with the powdered sugar reserved for dusting (100 grams).
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3856 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 267.5 g | 343% | |
| Saturated Fat | 119.8 g | 599% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 500 mg | 167% | |
| Sodium | 627 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 358.0 g | 130% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 164.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.1 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 154 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 730 mg | 16% | |
*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.
