CARDAMOM-PECAN COOKIES

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A Mexican Wedding Cake with a twist, the addition of Cardamom. I especially like to nibble these cookies with a Middle Eastern Tea with Cardamom.

Provided by Marsha Gardner

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 stick butter, no substitutes, this is a butter cookie
1 1/4 c powdered sugar, divided
3/4 tsp pure vanilla extract
1 3/4 c all purpose flour
1/2 tsp cardamom seeds, freshly ground
dash(es) kosher salt
1/2 c pecans, finely chopped

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and half of the powdered sugar until smooth. Beat in the vanilla.
  • 2. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cardamom and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Gently stir in the pecans.
  • 3. Roll into 1-in. balls. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
  • 4. Bake in a preheated 350° for 15-17 minutes or until edges turn a light brown. Roll warm cookies in remaining powdered sugar. Cool on wire racks.
  • 5. Note: If you can't find cardamom seeds to grind, you can use pre-ground cardamom, however, it might not offer the same flavor-punch as freshly ground seeds.

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