DANISH PASTRY COOKIES

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This butter cookie (Finskbrød) Scandinavian Shortbread, is a holiday tradition spanning generations in my family. It is simply not Christmas without them.

Provided by Viki Anderson

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 lb butter
3 cups flour
1 3/4 cups pecans, chopped
3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat Oven to 325°.
  • Cream together butter and sugar.
  • Add flour gradually.
  • Add pecans and vanilla.
  • Dough will be very dry but will form a ball as your hand warms the butter while forming small crescents or "football" shapes.
  • Place on ungreased cookie sheets.
  • Bake about 30 minutes or until golden brown.
  • When cool, roll in powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124.1, Fat 9, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 13.6, Sodium 45.2, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 1.3, Protein 1.6

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