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Pecan Cream Cheese Cookies

Yield: 1 Servings Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Pecan pieces add a satisfying crunch and delicate nutty finish to these superb shortbread cookies.

By ILovePecans.org

Pecan Cream Cheese Cookies

Ingredients

  • 1 cups pecans pieces
  • 1/2 cup pecan meal
  • 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons vanilla extract

Preparation

  1. In a large bowl whisk together the flour and salt, set aside. Using an electric mixer, cream together the cream cheese and butter until well combined. Mix in the sugar and vanilla. Reduce the speed to low and gradually mix in the flour. Mix in the pecan pieces.
  2. Roughly divide the dough in half. Wrap each portion in plastic wrap or parchment paper forming the dough into a log about 2 inches wide. Wrap well and freeze until firm – about 2 hours or overnight.
  3. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Unwrap one log and carefully roll the outside in the pecan meal, coating it well. Slice the log into 1/4-inch rounds and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  4. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until the middle is just set and the cookies are just starting to turn light brown on the edges. Cool the cookies on wire racks. Work in batches until all of the dough has been used. Store the Pecan Cream Cheese Cookies in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Calories 160 Carbs 21g
Fat 7g Fiber 1g
Saturated Fat 2g Protein 2g
Sodium 100mg