Maple Pecan Cookies
Maple Pecan Cookies
Maple Pecan Cookies
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons baking soda
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 4 cups confectioners' sugar
- 1 cup shortening
- frosting:
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup butter softened
- 2 cups brown sugar packed
- 1 teaspoon maple flavoring
- 10 oz white baking chips
- 1/4 cup butter softened
- 1 teaspoon maple flavoring
- 3 to 5 tablespoons 2% milk
- 1-1/2 cups pecan halves
- Carbohydrate 48.6445274768096 g
- Cholesterol 42.6407432515219 mg
- Fat 16.5596046521538 g
- Fiber 0.365642866762833 g
- Protein 1.41714750130169 g
- Saturated Fat 9.10938148180262 g
- Serving Size 1 1 (80g)
- Sodium 208.026619229942 mg
- Sugar 48.2788846100467 g
- Trans Fat 1.0940048910241 g
- Calories 342 calories
Step-by-step
- Cream shortening, butter, brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each.
- Beat in vanilla and maple flavoring.
- Combine flour and baking soda, gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well.
- Stir in white chips and pecans.
- Drop by tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake at 350° for 9-11 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.
- In a large bowl, cream butter, confectioners' sugar, maple flavoring and enough milk to achieve spreading consistency.
- Frost each cookie with 1 teaspoon frosting; top with a pecan half.
As a busy businesswoman, I often find myself pressed for time when it comes to baking. But when the aroma of freshly baked cookies wafts through my kitchen, all my worries seem to melt away.
Recently, I stumbled upon a recipe for maple pecan cookies that caught my attention. Intrigued by their combination of sweet maple and nutty pecans, I decided to give them a try. To my delight, they were a resounding success, and I couldn't resist sharing them with my colleagues and friends.
The cookies are incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and steps. The dough comes together quickly, and the hardest part is waiting for them to bake. As they emerge from the oven, their golden-brown edges and the tantalizing scent of maple and pecans fill the air with an irresistible allure.
I love the versatility of these cookies. They can be enjoyed on their own as a sweet treat or dressed up with a dollop of frosting and a pecan half for a more decadent dessert. They're perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or a special holiday celebration.
If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cookie recipe, I highly recommend giving maple pecan cookies a try. They're sure to become a favorite in your household and a delight to share with others.
