Pecan Stars Recipe

Name: Pecan Stars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: General
Ingredients: 1/4 cup butter, softened; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 egg, beaten; 1 teaspoon each vanilla and almond extract; 1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1-1/4 cups ground pecans; 1/3 cup sugar; 1 tablespoon butter, melted; 2 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup sugar
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon each vanilla and almond extract
1-1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/8 teaspoon salt
1-1/4 cups ground pecans
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter, melted
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon salt

1
In a small bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and extracts; mix well. Combine dry ingredients; gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and chill for 1 hour.
2
Roll out onto a lightly floured surface to 1/8-in. thickness. Cut into 3-in. stars. Combine filling ingredients; place 1/2 teaspoonful in center of each star. Bring the five points upright; starting at base, pinch sides together so points of star stand up, allowing filling to show. Place on ungreased
3
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4
Bake at 375u00b0 for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup butter, softened, 1/4 cup sugar, 1 egg, beaten, 1 teaspoon each vanilla and almond extract, and more.

Yes, Pecan Stars 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.

Pecan Stars

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