German Pecan Brittles

Name: German Pecan Brittles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar; 2 eggs; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 cup corn flakes cereal, crushed; 1 cup chopped pecans; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Eats Now Editorial Team · 937 kcal · General

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German Pecan Brittles – a delicious recipe with shortening, sugar, brown sugar, eggs, flour, baking powder. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

1 cup shortening
1 cup sugar
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2 eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup corn flakes cereal, crushed
1 cup chopped pecans
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1
Cream shortening in a large mixing bowl; gradually add sugar, beating well. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
2
Sift together flour, baking powder, soda, and salt in a medium mixing bowl; add cereal and pecans, stirring to coat well. Stir flour mixture and vanilla into creamed mixture, mixing well.
3
Drop dough by teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto greased and floured cookie sheets. Bake at 325u00b0 for 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from cookie sheets, and cool on wire racks.

937

kcal

Calories

Fat

166

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup shortening, 1 cup sugar, 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar, 2 eggs, and more.

Yes, German Pecan Brittles 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
937 kcal
Category
General

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