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Frosted Butter Pecan Cookies
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Frosted Butter Pecan Cookies are rich, buttery treats topped with a smooth maple glaze and packed with toasted pecans. This easy recipe delivers bakery-level results with minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1–2 tablespoons milk or cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and toast chopped pecans for 6–8 minutes until fragrant. Cool completely.
  2. In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract, mixing well.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fold in the toasted pecans gently without overmixing.
  6. Scoop dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. Whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, and 1 tablespoon milk or cream. Adjust thickness with more milk if needed.
  9. Drizzle or spread glaze over completely cooled cookies. Let set for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
  • These cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet treat anytime.

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