Description
Love old-fashioned cookies with a buttery crunch? These Pecan Sandies are your perfect go-to — rich, nutty, and delicately crisp. This easy recipe uses simple pantry ingredients to create cookies that melt in your mouth and pair beautifully with coffee or tea. Great for cookie exchanges, holiday dessert tables, or as a quick snack idea for guests, they’re also freezer-friendly and ideal for making ahead. Whether you’re looking for baking ideas, dessert ideas, or classic food ideas, Pecan Sandies will never disappoint.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup powdered sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/4 cups chopped pecans, toasted
Extra granulated sugar for sprinkling
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth. Add granulated and powdered sugar and beat until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
2. Mix in vanilla extract until just combined.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
4. Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing on low.
5. Fold in the toasted chopped pecans gently.
6. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
8. Scoop dough into balls, place on sheet, and flatten slightly. Sprinkle tops with sugar.
9. Bake 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
10. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Always toast your pecans before adding — it brings out their deep, nutty flavor.
Don’t skip the dough chill — it prevents spreading and enhances texture.
Let cookies cool completely before storing to keep their crisp exterior.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: pecan sandies, classic cookies, easy dessert, baking ideas, holiday treats