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    Slice and Bake Pecan Shortbread Cookies

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    Slice and bake pecan shortbread cookies are sweet, nutty and buttery shortbread cookies packed with finely chopped pecans that melt in your mouth. They are rolled in brown sugar and more pecans, sliced and baked. They are easy to make making the perfect cookie to include as part of a cookie exchange on your holiday baking list, or for any time of the year.

    Easy slice and bake pecan shortbread cookies are sweet, nutty and buttery shortbread cookies packed with finely chopped pecans that melt in your mouth. | aheadofthyme.com

    These cookies are so easy to make and you can even freeze them or freeze a roll of cookie dough and be ready to bake a batch whenever you please. Some other easy cookies to bake are soft and chewy peanut butter butter cookies, chocolate crinkle cookies, m&m cookies, and soft and chewy ginger cookies.

    Easy slice and bake pecan shortbread cookies are sweet, nutty and buttery shortbread cookies packed with finely chopped pecans that melt in your mouth. | aheadofthyme.com

    Ingredients

    • butter - the most important ingredient in shortbread.
    • Confectioner's sugar - this creates cookies that melt-in-your-mouth. You could also use granulated sugar for the same taste, but the texture will not be the same.
    • all-purpose flour
    • pure vanilla extract - adds a hint of flavour
    • pecans - finely chopped, either by hand or throw it into a heavy duty blender or food processor and pulse mix until fine, but not yet powdery. You can feel free to substitute the pecans with any other nuts such as walnuts or almonds.
    • for rolling - more finely chopped pecans and dark brown sugar. You can use light brown sugar or even coarse white sugar. I like the dark brown because of the deep colour that it adds.

    You will also need measuring cups and spoons, mixing bowl, plastic cling wrap, large half sheet baking pan, and wire cooling rack.

    Easy slice and bake pecan shortbread cookies are sweet, nutty and buttery shortbread cookies packed with finely chopped pecans that melt in your mouth. | aheadofthyme.com

    How to Make the Best Slice and Bake Pecan Shortbread Cookies

    1. Make the shortbread dough: Cream the butter and sugar together using a stand mixer or hand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add vanilla and beat on medium until incorporated. Gradually add the flour and beat on low speed until combined. Add pecans and beat until incorporated. The dough will look very dry at this point. Turn the mixer to high speed and beat for 2 minutes until dough starts to clump together becomes more breadcrumb-like and less dry (You should be able to easily shape the dough into a ball using your hands).
    2. Shape the dough into logs: Divide the dough in half and shape each into a ball. Then roll into a log, 2-inches in diameter. You can roll it thicker but you will get less cookies out of it. Wrap the logs tightly with plastic cling wrap.
    Easy slice and bake pecan shortbread cookies are sweet, nutty and buttery shortbread cookies packed with finely chopped pecans that melt in your mouth. | aheadofthyme.com
    1. Chill the dough: Refrigerate for 2 hours, up to overnight. You could even save one log for later and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
    2. Roll the logs: In a small bowl, stir together pecans and dark brown sugars until combined. Transfer to large plate and roll the chilled logs all over until completely coated. If you are having trouble getting the coating to stick, then roll the cookies in the coating after you have sliced them.
    Easy slice and bake pecan shortbread cookies are sweet, nutty and buttery shortbread cookies packed with finely chopped pecans that melt in your mouth. | aheadofthyme.com
    1. Slice the cookies: Use a sharp long knife to cut the dough into ¼-inch to ½-inch slices, and place about 1-inch apart on two half sheet baking pans lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
    Easy slice and bake pecan shortbread cookies are sweet, nutty and buttery shortbread cookies packed with finely chopped pecans that melt in your mouth. | aheadofthyme.com
    1. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes until just starting to brown on the edges. Allow cookies to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
    Easy slice and bake pecan shortbread cookies are sweet, nutty and buttery shortbread cookies packed with finely chopped pecans that melt in your mouth. | aheadofthyme.com

    How to Store and Freeze Shortbread

    Shortbread Cookies:

    • How to store shortbread cookies: Once cooled, store shortbread cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
    • How to freeze shortbread cookies: Once cooled, arrange the cookies in a single layers in an airtight container, layered in between pieces of parchment paper. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    Shortbread Cookie Dough:

    • How to store shortbread cookie dough: Store shortbread cookie dough once shaped into a log and wrapped tightly with cling wrap for up to 3 days in the refrigerator before baking.
    • How to freeze shortbread cookie dough: Once the dough has been shaped into a log and wrapped tightly with cling wrap, transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag and store for up to 3 months. To use, allow the dough to thaw in the refrigerator overnight or on the kitchen counter for one hour before coating, slicing and baking.
    Easy slice and bake pecan shortbread cookies are sweet, nutty and buttery shortbread cookies packed with finely chopped pecans that melt in your mouth. | aheadofthyme.com

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    Easy slice and bake pecan shortbread cookies are sweet, nutty and buttery shortbread cookies packed with finely chopped pecans that melt in your mouth. | aheadofthyme.com

    Slice and Bake Pecan Shortbread Cookies


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    5 from 2 reviews

    • Author: Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme
    • Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
    • Yield: 36 (2-inch) cookies
    • Diet: Vegetarian
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    Easy slice and bake pecan shortbread cookies are sweet, nutty and buttery shortbread cookies packed with finely chopped pecans that melt in your mouth.


    Ingredients

    • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
    • ½ cup confectioners' sugar
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 2 + ¼ cups all-purpose flour
    • ¾ cup pecans, finely chopped

    For rolling:

    • ¼ cup pecans, finely chopped
    • ½ cup dark brown sugar

    Instructions

    1. Cream the butter and sugar together using a stand mixer or hand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
    2. Add vanilla and beat on medium until incorporated. Gradually add the flour and beat on low speed until combined. Add pecans and beat until incorporated. Turn the mixer to high speed and beat for 2 minutes until dough becomes more breadcrumb like and less dry.
    3. Divide the dough in half and shape each into a ball. Then roll into a log, 2-inches in diameter. You can roll it thicker but you will get less cookies out of it.
    4. Wrap the logs tightly with plastic cling wrap and refrigerate for 2 hours, up to overnight.
    5. Preheat oven to 350 F. Line two half sheet baking pans with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
    6. In a small bowl, stir together pecans and dark brown sugars until combined. Transfer to large plate and roll the chilled logs all over until it is completely coated. If you are having trouble getting the coating to stick, then try rolling the cookies in the coating after you have sliced them.
    7. Use a sharp long knife to cut the dough into ¼-inch to ½-inch slices, and place on the baking sheet about 1-inch apart. Bake for 10-12 minutes until just starting to brown on the edges.
    8. Allow cookies to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.

    Notes

    Pecan substitutes: If you are not a fan of pecan, substitute it with any other type of nut. Try walnuts, almonds, or hazelnuts.

    How to store: Once cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or in the refrigerator for up to one week.

    How to freeze: Once cooled, arrange the cookies in a single layers in an airtight container, layered in between pieces of parchment paper. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    How to store shortbread cookie dough: Store shortbread cookie dough once shaped into a log and wrapped tightly with cling wrap for up to 3 days in the refrigerator before baking.

    How to freeze shortbread cookie dough: Once the dough has been shaped into a log and wrapped tightly with cling wrap, transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag and store for up to 3 months. To use, allow the dough to thaw in the refrigerator overnight or on the kitchen counter for one hour before coating, slicing and baking.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes (+2 hours chill time)
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Cookies
    • Method: Bake
    • Cuisine: American

    Keywords: pecan shortbread cookies, shortbread cookies with pecans, shortbread cookies, pecan cookies, christmas cookies, holiday cookies,

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    Comments

    1. Ronnie Swiech says

      November 07, 2021 at 6:59 am

      Hello. These caught my eye but I’m wondering if anything else can be added…like would they go well dipped in chocolate? Or half dipped? Maybe white chocolate?

      Reply
      • Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme says

        November 18, 2021 at 11:13 am

        Oh yes definitely! Allow the cookies to cool down first, then dip into chocolate (either fully or half). If you are dipping in chocolate, some of the pecan crust will likely fall into the chocolate. You can choose to not coat it with the pecans and just dip in chocolate.

        Reply
    2. Gina says

      December 24, 2020 at 10:54 am

      These cookies were incredible! Thanks for the recipe!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme says

        December 26, 2020 at 8:52 am

        Thank you so much Gina! So happy you liked the recipe!

        Reply
    3. Lisalia says

      December 24, 2020 at 10:39 am

      The prettiest cookies! PERFECT for the holiday without being too sweet. Just right with my evening tea.

      ★★★★★

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      • Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme says

        December 30, 2020 at 5:00 pm

        Thank you so much!! They are SO good with a cup of tea.

        Reply

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