Lemon Pecan Slices Recipe

Name: Lemon Pecan Slices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened; 3/4 cup packed brown sugar; 1/2 cup sugar; 2 large eggs, room temperature; 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup finely chopped pecans; 1/4 cup sugar; 1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar; 5 teaspoons lemon juice; 1 drop yellow food coloring, optional

Servings: persons

1 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
1/4 cup sugar
1-1/4 cups confectioners' sugar
5 teaspoons lemon juice
1 drop yellow food coloring, optional

1
In a bowl, cream the butter and sugars. Separate one egg; refrigerate egg white. Add the egg yolk, second egg, vanilla and lemon zest to creamed mixture; mix well. Combine the flour, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Shape into three 7-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 2 hours or until firm.
2
Unwrap logs. Lightly beat reserved egg white. Combine pecans and sugar. Brush each log with egg white, then roll in pecan mixture, pressing firmly into dough.
3
Cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased
4
. Bake at 400u00b0 for 6-7 minutes or until very lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over cookies.

1444

kcal

Calories

Fat

192

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 cup butter, softened, 3/4 cup packed brown sugar, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 large eggs, room temperature, and more.

Yes, Lemon Pecan Slices 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.

Lemon Pecan Slices

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