Best 6 Pecan Wafer Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures presented by pecan wafer cookies, a classic confection that seamlessly merges delicate wafers with the nutty richness of pecans. These delectable treats, often adorned with a luscious chocolate coating, promise an unforgettable culinary experience. Delight in the simplicity of the classic pecan wafer cookie recipe, a timeless treasure that showcases the inherent goodness of pecans. Alternatively, embark on a culinary adventure with the chocolate-dipped pecan wafer cookies, where the bittersweet embrace of chocolate elevates the cookies to new heights of indulgence. If you seek a gluten-free alternative, the gluten-free pecan wafer cookies offer a delightful solution without compromising on taste or texture.

No matter your preference, each recipe in this collection promises a delightful journey into the world of pecan wafer cookies. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a baking adventure that will leave your taste buds craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PECAN WAFER COOKIES



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Worried about having too many cookies? The beauty of refrigerator cookies is you can slice and bake just the number of cookies you want.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 3/4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3/4 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 egg
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted
48 pecan halves (about 2/3 cup)

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat all ingredients except pecans with electric mixer on medium speed until well mixed. Stir in chopped pecans.
  • Place dough on 14-inch length of plastic wrap. Use wrap to shape dough into 12x2-inch log. Wrap in plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 2 hours until firm.
  • Heat oven to 375°F. Cut dough into 1/4-inch slices with sharp knife. On ungreased cookie sheet, place slices 1 inch apart. Press 1 pecan half on each cookie.
  • Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges begin to brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheet to cooling rack.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70, Carbohydrate 6 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 0 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Cookie, Sodium 25 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 0 g

PECAN LACE COOKIES II



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These caramel beauties can be shaped while they are cooling, to become edible bowls for exotic desserts. If left on the parchment to cool, they will become a caramel-colored snowflake of flavor. Drizzle chocolate on them after cooling for an added bonus.

Provided by Jim Jeremiah

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup butter
1 cup light corn syrup
1 ⅓ cups brown sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, corn syrup and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Toss together the flour and pecans and stir into the boiling mixture. Bring the mixture to a second boil before removing from heat. Drop by spoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets. Cookies should be at least 4 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  • Bake for 5 to 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until evenly brown. If molding the cookies into shapes, allow to cool for a minute, until cool enough to handle, but still really hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 16.3 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 52.3 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

PECAN WAFERS



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tasty little treats

Provided by Kathy Van Houten

Categories     Nuts

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 c butter, room temperature
1 1/3 c sugar
2 large eggs
3/4 c all purpose flour
1/4 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1 1/4 c finely chopped pecans

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.Line cookie sheets with parchment paper or grease and flour well.Cream butter and sugar till light and fluffy.Beat in eggs one at a time.Sift flour,baking soda and salt together,add to creamed mixture and beat until smooth.
  • 2. On prepared cookie sheets pipe out dough the size of a quarter.Sprinkle tops with chopped pecans and mash down a bit with your fingers.Bake one sheet at a time for 12-15 minutes turning half way through cooking time to ensure even browning.Cookies are done when very pale golden on the bottoms.Remove from oven,let set five minutes before removing from cookie sheet.Makes about 15 dozen
  • 3. To make chocolate pecan wafers add 1/2 cup sifted cocoa and 1/4 cup cold water to the batter.Beat until well blended.To make half regular and half chocolate Divide batter in half and to half the batter add 1/4 cup sifted cocoa and 2 Tablespoons cold water mix well.Baking directions are the same.

SAVORY PECAN COOKIES



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These little cookies are packed with savory flavors - black pepper, fresh sage and Parmesan - and are studded with chopped pecans. An ideal nibble with a glass of dry sherry or a cocktail, they are also welcome on a cheese board.

Provided by David Tanis

Categories     cookies and bars, appetizer

Time 1h

Yield About 30 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups/310 grams all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage leaves
1 cup roughly chopped pecans
1 1/2 ounces/40 grams grated Parmesan (about 1 cup)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 large eggs, beaten
Egg wash (see note)
Coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine flour, pepper, salt, sage, pecans and Parmesan. Stir in oil and eggs and mix well. If dough seems crumbly, add a tablespoon of cold water and mix again.
  • Turn dough out onto a lightly floured work surface. Knead dough for a minute or two, until smooth. Divide in half and roll each half into a cylinder that is 2 inches in diameter. Wrap tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours, or overnight.
  • Heat oven to 350 degrees. With a thin-bladed knife, slice 1/8-inch-thick rounds from each cylinder.
  • Use a spatula to transfer cookies to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Paint each cookie lightly with egg wash, if using, and sprinkle with sea salt. Bake in batches for 10 to 12 minutes, until lightly browned. Cool on a rack. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 116, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 59 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

PECAN ICEBOX COOKIES



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My best friend's grandmother frequently makes these old-fashioned cookies and was kind enough to pass the treasured family recipe on to me.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 9 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
3 eggs
4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at time, beating well after each addition. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in pecans. Shape into four 6-1/2-in. rolls; wrap each in plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight. , Unwrap and cut into 1/8-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake at 375° for 7-10 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 21mg cholesterol, Sodium 100mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHEDDAR-PECAN CRISPS



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Lots of holiday treats are sweet. For a change of pace, I fill goodie bags with my cheese crackers. The recipe has a large yield, but you can freeze the dough logs to bake later. -Heather Necessary, Shamokin Dan, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 24 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups unsalted butter, softened
4 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup finely chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and cheese until light and fluffy. In another bowl, whisk flour, salt, garlic powder and cayenne; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in pecans., Shape into eight 10-in. long logs. Wrap in plastic. Refrigerate 2 hours or until firm., Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until edges are crisp and lightly browned, 12-14 minutes. Cool on pans 1 minute. Remove to wire racks to cool. Refrigerate in airtight containers. Freeze option: Place wrapped logs in resealable plastic freezer bags; place in freezer. To use, unwrap frozen logs and cut into slices. If necessary, let dough stand 15 minutes at room temperature before cutting. Bake as directed, increasing time by 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 27 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 19mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to finely grind the pecans. This will help to create a smooth and even batter.
  • Be sure to chill the dough before rolling it out. This will help to prevent the cookies from spreading too much in the oven.
  • If you don't have a rolling pin, you can use a wine bottle or even a glass to roll out the dough.
  • Be careful not to over-bake the cookies. They should be golden brown around the edges but still soft in the center.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help to prevent them from sticking together.

Conclusion:

Pecan wafer cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With their nutty flavor and crispy texture, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a sweet snack or dessert, give these pecan wafer cookies a try!

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