Pecan Puffs
Delightfully light and irresistibly buttery, Pecan Puffs are the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth cookie recipe. Featuring finely chopped pecans folded into a tender, shortbread-like dough, these bite-sized treats are baked to perfection and finished with a generous coating of powdered sugar for a delicate, snowy finish. With just a handful of pantry staples and a quick prep time, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings, gifting, or anytime you’re craving a sweet pecan-forward indulgence. Their crumbly texture and nutty depth make every bite feel like a celebration. Serve them alongside a cup of coffee or tea for a cozy and elegant treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams Unsalted butter
- 30 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 120 grams All-purpose flour
- 60 grams Pecans
- 60 grams Extra powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Finely chop the pecans using a knife or food processor. Set aside.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.
Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, stirring until fully incorporated.
Fold in the chopped pecans and mix until evenly distributed.
Using your hands, form small walnut-sized balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking; the cookies should remain pale.
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies are completely cooled, roll them in the extra powdered sugar to coat them generously.
Store the pecan puffs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2037 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.2 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.4 g | 302% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 20 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 190.4 g | 69% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 92.5 g | ||
| Protein | 18.7 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 84 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 410 mg | 9% | |
*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.
