Frosted Brown Sugar Pecan Cookies Recipe

Name: Frosted Brown Sugar Pecan Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened; 1/2 cup sugar; 1/2 cup firm packed brown sugar; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup finely choppd pecans; pecan halves; Brown Sugar Frosting; 1 cup firm packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup half-and-half; 1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine; 1 1/2 - 1 2/3 cups sifted powdered sugar

Servings: persons

1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup firm packed brown sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely choppd pecans
pecan halves
Brown Sugar Frosting
1 cup firm packed brown sugar
1/2 cup half-and-half
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
1 1/2 - 1 2/3 cups sifted powdered sugar

1
Beat butter at medium speed until creay,gradually add sugars,mixing well.
2
Add egg and vanilla,beat well.
3
Combine flour,soda and salt,gradually add to creamed mixture,mixing after each addition.
4
Stir in Chopped pecans.
5
Cover and chill for 30 minutes.
6
Shape dough into 1 inch balls,place on ungreased cookie sheets.
7
Bake at 350 for 10-12 mintes.
8
Let cool on wire racks and spread frosting over top.
9
FROSTING-----.
10
Combine brown sugar and half and half in a saucepan.
11
Cook over medim heat,stirring constantly until mixture comes to a boil,boil 4 minutes.
12
Remove from heat.
13
Stir in butter.
14
Add 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar and beat at medium speed until smooth.
15
Gradually add nough remaning powdered sugar to make desired spreding consistency.

1339

kcal

Calories

Fat

192

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
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.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup butter or 1 cup margarine, softened, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup firm packed brown sugar, 1 large egg, and more.

Yes, Frosted Brown Sugar Pecan Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Frosted Brown Sugar Pecan Cookies

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Variations & substitutions

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