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Frosted Butter Pecan Cookies

Frosted Butter Pecan Cookies
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Frosted Butter Pecan Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavors of buttery goodness and crunchy pecans, topped with a creamy glaze. These cookies are sure to warm your heart and fill your home with an irresistible aroma. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, they bring joy to every occasion—from casual snacks to festive celebrations. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and an easy preparation process, these cookies will quickly become a beloved favorite in your kitchen. Enjoy them fresh out of the oven or store them for later—either way, they’re bound to please!

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 the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Toast chopped pecans on a baking sheet for 5–7 minutes until golden brown.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Mix in the egg and vanilla until combined.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to wet ingredients.
  6. Fold in cooled toasted pecans.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
  9. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  10. Prepare glaze by melting butter and brown sugar together; stir in milk and whisk in powdered sugar until smooth.
  11. Drizzle glaze over cooled cookies and allow it to set.

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