Angel Pillows Recipe

Name: Angel Pillows
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup butter flavored shortening; 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened; 1 tablespoon milk; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1/4 cup apricot preserves; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup chopped pecans; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; 1/4 cup apricot preserves; 1 tablespoon butter flavored shortening; 1/4 cup flaked coconut (optional)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup butter flavored shortening
1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup apricot preserves
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/4 cup apricot preserves
1 tablespoon butter flavored shortening
1/4 cup flaked coconut (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets or use parchment paper.
2
In a medium bowl, cream together the 1/2 cup shortening, cream cheese and milk until well blended. Stir in the brown sugar and 1/4 cup of apricot preserves. Combine the flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt; stir into the batter. Mix in the pecans last. Drop by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheet. Cookies should be about 2 inches apart.
3
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven. Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
4
To make the frosting, combine the confectioners' sugar, remaining apricot preserves and 1 tablespoon shortening; mix well. Frost cooled cookies and sprinkle with coconut if desired.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup butter flavored shortening, 1 (3 ounce) package cream cheese, softened, 1 tablespoon milk, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and more.

Yes, Angel Pillows falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Angel Pillows

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