In the realm of sweet and crunchy treats, pecan crackers reign supreme. These delectable cookies, hailing from the culinary traditions of the Southern United States, are characterized by their delicate texture, nutty flavor, and irresistible combination of buttery richness and sugary sweetness. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore two enticing variations of pecan crackers: the classic butter pecan crackers and the delightful chocolate chip pecan crackers. Our recipes will guide you through the process of creating these irresistible treats, ensuring a blissful experience with every bite. Whether you prefer the traditional charm of the classic butter pecan crackers or crave the indulgent decadence of the chocolate chip pecan crackers, these recipes hold the key to unlocking a world of flavor and satisfaction.
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PECAN CRACKERS
I got this recipe from a lady at church. It is a great finger food and is easy to prepare.
Provided by ANGIE V.
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Pecan Dessert Recipes
Time 22m
Yield 25
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Line a baking sheet with graham crackers. Sprinkle evenly with pecans.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, butter and margarine. Bring to a boil and boil 3 minutes. Remove from heat and spoon mixture over pecans, coating well.
- Bake in preheated oven 12 minutes, until golden. Cool completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.1 g, Cholesterol 9.8 mg, Fat 14.5 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 122.4 mg, Sugar 7.2 g
BLUE CHEESE AND PECAN CRACKERS
Provided by Judy Harmon
Categories Cheese Dairy Nut Appetizer Bake Cocktail Party New Year's Eve Blue Cheese Pecan Winter Bon Appétit Georgia
Yield Makes about 32 crackers
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Using electric mixer, beat cheese, butter and pepper in medium bowl until just blended (some cheese should still be in separate pieces). Using rubber spatula, mix in flour, then chopped pecans. Form dough into 1-inch balls. Arrange rounds on ungreased baking sheets. Flatten to 2 1/2-inch rounds. Press pecan half onto each. Bake until golden on bottom and at edges, about 35 minutes. Transfer to racks and cool.
BLUE-CHEESE-PECAN ICEBOX CRACKERS
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes 20 crackers
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees. Place the pecans on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Let cool. Transfer the pecans to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely ground.
- Add the flour to the ground pecans, pulse briefly to combine. Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add the cheese and process until the dough comes together and is well combined.
- Transfer dough to a clean work surface. Shape the dough into a 2 1/2-inch-wide log. Wrap the log with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Slice the well-chilled log into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Transfer slices to a baking sheet and bake immediately, rotating the sheet halfway through cooking, until the crackers are golden brown and firm in the center, 25 to 35 minutes. (The crackers should not get too dark around the edges.) Transfer to a wire rack to cool. The crackers may be made a day ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature.
BLUE CHEESE-PECAN ICEBOX CRACKERS
This recipe is adapted from "Martha Stewart's Hors d'Oeuvres Handbook" (Clarkson Potter, 1999).
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Yield Makes 20 crackers
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. Place pecans on a rimmed baking sheet; bake until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Let cool. Transfer pecans to the bowl of a food processor; pulse until finely ground. Transfer ground pecans into a small bowl; set aside.
- Combine flour and pecans in the bowl of a food processor; pulse briefly to combine. Add butter; pulse until mixture resembles coarse meal. Add cheese; process until dough comes together and is well combined.
- Transfer dough to a work surface. Shape dough into a 2-inch-wide log. Wrap with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 24 hours.
- Heat oven to 325 degrees. Slice chilled log into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Transfer slices to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake immediately, rotating once, until crackers are grolden brown and firm in the center, 25 to 35 minutes. Transfer to a rack to cool. Crackers may be made a day ahead and kept in an airtight container at room temperature.
CHEESY PECAN CRACKERS
Make these delicious crackers to go with your next party dip or spread. So easy to make.
Provided by Daily Inspiration S
Categories Cheese Appetizers
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Bring cheese and butter to room temperature. Beat the cheese and butter together with a mixer until combined. Add the thyme and red pepper and beat again until combined.
- 2. Stir in the flour and pecans and mix by hand until combined. Form into a ball.
- 3. Shape into an 8 inch long log and wrap in cling wrap. Refrigerate and chill for approx. 4 hours or until the mixture is nice and firm.
- 4. Using a sharp knife, cut dough into 1/8 inch thick slices. Place on baking sheets coated with cooking spray or place slices on parchment paper.
- 5. Bake at 350 degrees F for approximately 10 minutes or until lightly browned.
PECAN PIE CRACKERS
This is always requested for a holiday or special occasion treat. I always double the recipe since they get gone so quickly.
Provided by Melissa Owensby
Categories Other Desserts
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. 1 cookie sheet covered in parchment paper. Don't skimp on the paper this is very important. Pre heat oven 350
- 2. In a saucepan melt 2 sticks of butter. Then add brown sugar. Stir until smooth. Add maple syrup & nuts. Boil for 3 minutes. Stirring continuously
- 3. Pour mixture evenly over crackers. Bake for 10 minutes
- 4. Let cool completely before serving
Tips:
- Use fresh pecans. Fresh pecans have a sweeter, richer flavor than stale pecans. Look for pecans that are plump and have a light brown color. Avoid pecans that are dark or shriveled.
- Toast the pecans before using them. Toasting the pecans will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy. You can toast pecans in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-15 minutes, or in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Use a sturdy cracker. A sturdy cracker will help to prevent the pecan crackers from breaking. Look for crackers that are made with whole wheat flour or oats.
- Spread the filling evenly over the crackers. This will help to ensure that each cracker has a good amount of filling.
- Bake the pecan crackers until the filling is set and the crackers are golden brown. This will take about 15-20 minutes.
- Let the pecan crackers cool completely before serving. This will help to prevent the filling from running out.
Conclusion:
Pecan crackers are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or appetizer. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of pecan crackers that are sure to please everyone. Be sure to experiment with different fillings to find your favorite combination.
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