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Butter Pecan Shortbread Sandwich Cookies

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Buttery pecan shortbread cookies sandwiched with a creamy frosting and rolled in chopped pecans for a decadent, nutty dessert.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup finely chopped pecans
  • ½ cup unsalted butter, softened (for filling)
  • 1 ½ cups powdered sugar (for filling)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
  • 2 tbsp milk or cream (for filling)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (for rolling)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat butter and powdered sugar until creamy. Mix in vanilla extract.
  3. Add flour, salt, and finely chopped pecans, mixing until dough comes together.
  4. Roll dough into a log, wrap in plastic wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
  5. Slice dough into ¼-inch rounds and place on prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden at edges. Cool completely.
  7. For the filling, beat butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and milk until fluffy.
  8. Spread filling between two cookies, pressing gently to sandwich.
  9. Roll edges in chopped pecans to coat the filling.
  10. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Toast the pecans before using for deeper flavor.
  • For a holiday twist, add a pinch of cinnamon to the shortbread dough.
  • Cookies can be made ahead and filled just before serving to maintain crispness.

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Keywords: butter pecan cookies, shortbread sandwich cookies, pecan desserts, holiday cookies, nutty sandwich cookies

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