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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 offers the perfect blend of chewy and crunchy textures accompanied by the rich, nutty flavor of toasted pecans. With a luscious brown sugar glaze drizzled on top, these cookies create an irresistible sweet experience that is sure to warm your heart. Perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, this recipe brings nostalgic kitchen moments to life, making it a favorite among both kids and adults. Easy to prepare and versatile for various occasions, these cookies are bound to become a staple in your home.

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
  • For the glaze: 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1/3 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp milk, 3/4 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast pecans on a baking sheet for 5–7 minutes.
  2. Cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add egg and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until combined.
  5. Fold in toasted pecans.
  6. Drop cookie dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet with enough space between each cookie.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  8. Cool cookies before glazing: melt butter and brown sugar in a saucepan with milk. Stir in powdered sugar until smooth; drizzle over cooled cookies.

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