Pecan Puffs

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2. In a medium bowl, mix together the melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir in the flour, pecans, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until well blended.
3. Press the dough evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the edges are golden brown.
4. Allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares.

Interesting Facts

• Pecan puffs are believed to have originated in the Southern United States in the late 19th century.
• Pecan puffs are a popular snack food in the United States and are often found in stores, or served at parties and gatherings.
• Pecan puffs can be served with ice cream or whipped cream as a dessert.