Indulge in the heavenly taste of homemade Pecan Clouds. These delightful cookies are soft, buttery, and packed with crunchy pecans. Made with simple ingredients, this recipe is straightforward and perfect for any occasion. Whether you want to impress your guests or simply enjoy a sweet treat, these Pecan Clouds are sure to satisfy your cravings. So, grab your baking essentials and get ready to whip up a batch of these irresistible cookies in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until creamy and well combined.
- Slowly add the flour, vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms.
- Fold in the chopped pecans and mix well to evenly distribute them throughout the dough.
- Using a teaspoon or a cookie scoop, portion out small balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
- Store the Pecan Clouds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
