Homemade Pecan Sandies

Homemade Pecan Sandies! These buttery, nutty cookies are a timeless classic, perfect for any occasion from afternoon tea to holiday gatherings. With a delicate crumb and a rich pecan flavor, these sandies are sure to become a favorite in your household. Plus, they’re incredibly easy to make, so you can enjoy their irresistible goodness whenever the craving strikes.

Now, let’s gather our kitchen equipment and ingredients to embark on this delightful baking adventure:

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

1. Mixing bowls
2. Hand or stand mixer
3. Baking sheets
4. Parchment paper or silicone baking mats
5. Food processor or chopping knife (for chopping pecans)
6. Measuring cups and spoons
7. Cookie scoop or tablespoon

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• Additional granulated sugar, for rolling

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
5. Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
6. Fold in the finely chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
7. Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, portion out the dough and roll it into balls.
8. Roll each dough ball in granulated sugar to coat completely.
9. Place the coated dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
10. Using the bottom of a glass or the palm of your hand, gently flatten each dough ball to about 1/2 inch thickness.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
12. 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.
13. Once cooled, store these Homemade Pecan Sandies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
14. Enjoy these delectable cookies with a cup of tea or coffee, savoring each buttery, nutty bite!