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Frosted Butter Pecan Cookies

Frosted Butter Pecan Cookies
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Indulge in the warmth of homemade Frosted Butter Pecan Cookies, where every bite envelops you in a comforting hug. These delightful cookies combine the rich buttery flavor with the crunchy goodness of toasted pecans, finished off with a heavenly brown sugar glaze. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in, they are incredibly easy to make and sure to be a family favorite. Whether shared with loved ones or savored alone, each cookie is a bite of joy that brings a smile.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans (toasted)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (for glaze)
  • 1/3 cup brown sugar (for glaze)
  • 2 tbsp milk (for glaze)
  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast chopped pecans on a baking sheet for 5-7 minutes until fragrant.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; then gradually add to wet ingredients without overmixing.
  5. Gently fold in toasted pecans.
  6. Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets with space between each scoop.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are set but soft.
  8. Cool cookies for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before transferring them to wire racks.
  9. For the glaze, melt additional butter and brown sugar together in a saucepan, stir in milk, then whisk in powdered sugar until smooth.
  10. Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies before serving.

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