Easy Pecan Sandies Recipe

Brown Butter Pecan Sandies are The Best

The one thing about pecan sandies or cookies in general is that you have to use brown butter. Lots of times in the past I would make a couple errors about the cookies. Not that they tasted bad or anything, only because they were not as good as I expected them to be. Lots of cookie recipes call for brown butter and lots of cookie recipes don’t.

But there’s something truly special about cookies made with brown butter because the rich, nutty aroma, the golden color, and the deep flavor instantly turn a simple recipe into something unforgettable. These brown butter pecan sandies are buttery, crumbly, and packed with toasted pecans. That’s not all because they’re sweetened with Truvia for a lighter twist.

Each step will be walked through from gathering your ingredients to baking these delightful treats to golden perfection so you won’t ever have to go and buy store bought cookies ever again. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out, this recipe is for you. Get ready to enjoy the irresistible taste of homemade Pecan Sandies.

FYI

Browning the butter is what gives these cookies their signature nutty flavor—don’t skip this step!

Truvia doesn’t brown like regular sugar, so the cookies may stay lighter in color.

Toasting the pecans beforehand adds extra depth and crunch.

These cookies firm up as they cool, giving you that classic sandy texture.

Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days for best freshness.

Don’t ever go to the store and buy those kind of cookies, make it from scratch.

Perfect for Any Occasion

Holiday cookie platters

Afternoon coffee breaks

Gifting in cookie tins

Cozy weekend baking

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Easy Pecan Sandies Recipe

Looking for a Pecan Sandie's recipe to snack on, these cookies are irresistibly amazing with brown butter, roasted chopped pecans, and nutty flavors. You don't have to go to the store because these will be a lot better and healthier for you too. If you love classic shortbread-style cookies with a cozy, homemade feel, this recipe is going to be one of your favorites.

Prep Time20 mins

Cook Time20 mins

Cool Time20 mins

Total Time1 hr

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: 12 People

Ingredients

• 2 Sticks Unsalted Butter
• 3/4 Cup Truvia Sugar Alternative
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
• 2 1/4 Cups All Purpose Flour
• 1/2 tsp Salt
• 1 Cup Finely Chopped Pecans, Toasted

Instructions

• In a light-colored saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue cooking and stir occasionally until the butter foams then turns golden brown with a nutty aroma.
  
• In a large bowl, combine the browned butter and truvia then mix until well combined. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
  
• Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  
• Stir in the toasted, chopped pecans.
  
• Once its formed into a dough ball, put it in plastic wrap and let it chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  
• Roll the dough into 20 gram balls, flatten them slightly, and bake them at 350°F for 15-18 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  
• Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  

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