Pecan Sables Recipe

Name: Pecan Sables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup pecans, toasted and cooled,plus about (3oz); 32 pecan halves (3 oz); 2/3 cup confectioners' sugar, plus; 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar; 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (Plugra, or European butter should be used); 1/2 teaspoon vanilla; 1 large egg, separated

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 325u00b0F.
2
Pulse toasted pecans with 2 tablespoons confectioners sugar in a food processor until finely ground.
3
Whisk together flour, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.
4
Beat together butter, remaining 2/3 cup confectioners sugar, and vanilla in a bowl with an electric mixer at high speed until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
5
Add egg yolk and beat well.
6
Add flour and ground-pecan mixture and mix at low speed until just combined, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
7
(Dough will be crumbly but will hold together when squeezed.) Halve dough and roll out 1 half between 2 sheets of wax paper until 1/4 inch thick (about a 9-inch round).
8
Cut out as many rounds as possible with cookie cutter and arrange about 2 inches apart on buttered large baking sheets, reserving scraps.
9
Roll out and cut remaining dough in same manner.
10
Gather scraps, then reroll and cut in same manner.
11
Beat egg white until frothy, then brush tops of rounds lightly with egg white.
12
Put a pecan half on top of each round, then brush pecan lightly with egg white.
13
Bake cookies in middle of oven until tops are pale golden, 15 to 20 minutes.
14
Cool cookies on sheets on racks 2 minutes, then transfer to racks to cool completely.

6205

kcal

Calories

617

Fat

185

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.
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.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup pecans, toasted and cooled,plus about (3oz), 32 pecan halves (3 oz), 2/3 cup confectioners' sugar, plus, 2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar, and more.

Yes, Pecan Sables 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pecan Sables

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Variations & substitutions

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