Delicious and Easy Texas Lizzies Recipe

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Delicious and Easy Texas Lizzies Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 12, 2024

Texas Lizzies are a classic Texan dessert that combines the flavors of pecans, coconut, and chocolate in a chewy cookie. These treats are perfect for any occasion and are sure to be a hit with your friends and family. With simple ingredients and easy instructions, you can whip up a batch of Texas Lizzies in no time.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 cup chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  5. Stir in the pecans, coconut, and chocolate chips.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet and flatten slightly with a fork.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Allow the Texas Lizzies to cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  9. Enjoy your delicious Texas Lizzies!

Interesting Facts

  • Texas Lizzies are named after Liz Smith, a renowned Texan baker who popularized this recipe in the 1950s.
  • The combination of pecans, coconut, and chocolate in Texas Lizzies is known as the 'Holy Trinity' of Texan desserts.