Delicious Pecan Recipe for Sweet Treats

In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This usually takes about 3 to 4 minutes with a hand mixer.

Add in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined. Be sure to scrape down the sides of the bowl as you go.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not over-mix.

Once your dough is prepared, shape it into a disk and wrap it in plastic wrap. Let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to help it firm up, making it easier to handle later.

While the dough is chilling, combine the chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract in a large bowl. Mix until everything is well blended and set aside.

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This ensures the cookies bake evenly and gives them a nice rise.

After the dough has chilled, roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick. Use a cookie cutter to cut out shapes as desired.

Place the cookie shapes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and add a spoonful of the pecan filling on top of each cookie.

Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Be sure to keep an eye on them while they bake!

Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy your delicious pecan cookies either alone or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra treat!