Ingredients and Weight:
- 100g all-purpose flour
- 100g butter (softened)
- 50g brown sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 100g pecans (chopped)
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Difficulty Level: 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the softened butter and brown sugar until well mixed.
- Add the egg yolk and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
- Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Drop the cookie dough by spoonful onto an ungreased baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie provides approximately 200 calories.
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- These cookies have a rich buttery flavor with a crisp exterior and a soft, chewy interior.
- The pecans add a crunchy, nutty taste and provide a delightful contrast to the soft cookie.
- Perfect for any time of day, especially with coffee or tea.
User Comments:
- "These cookies are fantastic! The combination of butter and pecans is delicious."
- "I love the crispness on the outside and the softness on the inside."
- "These cookies are a great addition to my dessert table. They are always a hit with my guests."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use softened butter and not melted butter for the best results.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they will continue to cook slightly after being removed from the oven.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
