Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 large egg
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 1 hour 30 minutes (includes chilling time)
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture and mix well.
- Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Shape the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in size) and place on a baking sheet.
- Chill the cookie dough for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: Each cookie provides about 150 calories.
- Fat: 8 grams of fat per cookie (4 grams saturated, 2 grams polyunsaturated).
- Carbohydrates: 18 grams of carbohydrates.
- Protein: 2 grams of protein.
Dish Characteristics:
- These small bites are a perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors, with a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy center.
- The pecans add a unique crunch and flavor to the cookie bites.
- The cookies are small in size but big in taste, making them perfect for snacking or as a dessert.
User Comments:
- "These cookie bites are amazing! The combination of pecan and cookie is so delicious."
- "I love how crispy these cookies are on the outside and soft on the inside."
- "These are perfect for a small snack or as a dessert with coffee or tea."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure to chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to ensure that the cookies hold their shape.
- Do not overbake the cookies; they should be lightly golden in color. Overbaked cookies will be hard and crunchy.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for longer storage.
