Bourbon Pecan Shortbread

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Bourbon Pecan Shortbread
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on May 15, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) butter, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 tablespoons bourbon
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan with butter.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the flour, baking soda and bourbon, and mix until a dough forms.
  3. Press the dough into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the pecans over the top. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  4. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before cutting into wedges.

Interesting Facts

  • Shortbread originated in Scotland, where it was traditionally served during the Christmas season.
  • The name "shortbread" comes from the fact that the dough is made with a high ratio of fat (butter) to flour, making it crumbly and "short".
  • Pecans are native to North America and are a popular ingredient in Southern baking.