Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups (240g)
- Unsalted butter, cold and cut into cubes: 1 cup (227g)
- Brown sugar: 1/2 cup (100g)
- Granulated sugar: 1/4 cup (50g)
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground ginger: 1/2 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: 1/4 teaspoon
- Chopped pecans: 1 cup (100g)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
- Add the cold butter cubes and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work them into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and pecans until well combined.
- Press the dough into a 9x9-inch square baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
- Let cool completely before cutting into squares.
Nutritional Information:
- Serving size: 1 square (approximately 1/8 of the recipe)
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Buttery, crumbly texture
- Rich, nutty flavor
- Aromatic spices
User Comments:
- "These shortbreads were absolutely delicious! The pecan flavor was perfect, and the spices added a wonderful warmth."
- "I love how easy these were to make. They were perfect for a quick dessert or afternoon snack."
- "I substituted walnuts for pecans, and they turned out just as well."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- For even crispier shortbread, refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- If your butter is too soft, it will make the shortbread tough. Make sure to keep the butter cold and cut into cubes before using it.
- Do not overmix the dough, as this will also make the shortbread tough.
