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Pecan Sandies

Pecan Sandies recipe

Pecan Sandies are also known as Mexican Wedding Cookies or Russian Tea Cakes in some regions.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 27 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 6.

Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses ,
Difficulty Beginner
Time
Prep Time: 15 min Cook Time: 12 min Total Time: 27 mins
Servings 24
Calories 3840
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 1 cup Butter
  • 1/2 cup Powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 3/4 cup Pecans, chopped
Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
  5. Stir in the chopped pecans.
  6. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet.
  7. Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass.
  8. Bake for 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 24


Amount Per Serving
Calories 160kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 11g17%
Total Carbohydrate 15g5%
Sugars 6g
Protein 1g2%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.