Pecan Crunchies Recipe

Name: Pecan Crunchies
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 55 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; Egg; 1 cup finely chopped pecans

These irresistible Pecan Crunchies are like a cross between a cookie and a pie crust – a delightful treat with a warm cinnamon spice and crunchy pecan topping! Inspired by Darlene Kossman's recipe, these are perfect with a glass of milk. Get ready for a flavor explosion in every bite!

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 55 mins

Calories 284.3 kcal

Protein 5g

Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pecan Crunchies

1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Egg
1 cup finely chopped pecans

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How to Make Pecan Crunchies

Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, 1 cup granulated sugar, and 1 large egg yolk until light and fluffy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Lightly flour your hands and press the dough into a very well-greased 15x10 inch baking pan to a thickness of 1/4 inch.
In a clean bowl, beat 1 large egg white until stiff peaks form.
Spread the egg white evenly over the cookie dough.
In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
Sprinkle the sugar-cinnamon mixture evenly over the egg white layer.
Sprinkle 1 cup finely chopped pecans over the sugar mixture.
Bake in a preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.