HOMEMADE PECAN SANDIES

Why Make This Recipe

If you love simple, homemade cookies, these pecan sandies are the perfect treat. They are buttery, nutty, and just the right amount of sweet. These cookies melt in your mouth and have a soft crunch from the pecans.

This recipe is great because it uses basic ingredients that you probably already have at home. There’s no need for fancy tools or hard steps. Just mix, shape, and bake. It’s a recipe anyone can do—even beginners.

These pecan sandies are perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or just a snack with coffee. Everyone who tastes them will ask for more. They also make lovely gifts when packed in a little box or bag.

How to Make Homemade Pecan Sandies

Ingredients:
– 1 cup butter, softened
– 1/2 cup white sugar
– 2 teaspoons water
– 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 cup chopped pecans
– 1/3 cup white sugar for decoration

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup sugar until smooth.
3. Stir in the water and vanilla extract.
4. Add the flour and mix until blended.
5. Stir in the chopped pecans.
6. Shape the dough into small balls and place them on an ungreased baking sheet. Flatten them slightly.
7. Sprinkle the tops with the extra sugar.
8. Bake for 18 to 25 minutes or until the edges are golden.
9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before moving them to a wire rack.