CRISPY PECAN STICKS

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This is another recipe from the cookbook Pass It On. My daughters enjoy getting into the act making these by rolling them in the confectioners' sugar.

Provided by Dreamgoddess

Categories     Dessert

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup confectioners' sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup pecans, chopped
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon ice water
confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, beat the butter until creamy.
  • Gradually add in the confectioners' sugar; mix well.
  • Combine the flour and salt in a smaller bowl; add to the butter mixture and beat on low speed until combined.
  • Add in the pecans, vanilla and ice water.
  • Shape the dough in 4" sticks and place on greased baking sheets.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 12-15 minutes, or until browned.
  • Roll in confectioners' sugar and store in airtight containers for up to 2 weeks.
  • These also may be frozen for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 877, Fat 57.7, SaturatedFat 21.8, Cholesterol 81.3, Sodium 414, Carbohydrate 79.2, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 12, Protein 12.3

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