Pecan Crescent Cookies Recipe

Indulge in these melt-in-your-mouth Pecan Crescent Cookies! Buttery, rich, and delightfully understated in sweetness, these crescent-shaped treats are the perfect combination of flaky pastry and crunchy pecans. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser for any occasion!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 52 mins
Calories 922.5 kcal
Protein 18g
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Ingredients for Pecan Crescent Cookies

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How to Make Pecan Crescent Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in the pecans.
  7. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  8. Using a crescent cookie cutter or a knife, cut out crescent shapes.
  9. Place the cookies onto the prepared baking sheets.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

105g

Fat

154g

Carbs

25g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pecan Crescent Cookies?

Pecan Crescent Cookies takes about 72 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 52 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pecan Crescent Cookies?

Pecan Crescent Cookies has approximately 922.5 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 25 g carbohydrates and 101 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pecan Crescent Cookies?

The key ingredients for Pecan Crescent Cookies are Butter, Sugar, Vanilla, All Purpose Flour, Salt, Pecans. See the full list with measurements above.

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