How to Make Swedish Pecan-Topped Dream Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

Swedish Pecan-Topped Dream Cookies are a delightful and indulgent treat that will leave you dreaming of more. This recipe combines the rich, buttery flavor of shortbread cookies with the nutty crunch of pecans, creating a mouthwatering combination that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether you're baking them for a special occasion or just wanting to treat yourself, these cookies are a luxurious and irresistible treat.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cake flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ cup butter, softened
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 24 whole pecans

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 5 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 cookies

  • Sift cake flour, salt, and baking powder into a medium bowl.
  • Combine butter, sugar, and vanilla extract in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy. Add dry ingredients and mix thoroughly. Shape dough into a 1-inch diameter log, wrap with plastic wrap, and place in the refrigerator until firm, 1 hour to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C). Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  • Remove dough from the refrigerator and slice into 24 slices. Place on the prepared cookie sheets and press a pecan firmly into each slice.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden, about 40 minutes. Cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Nutrition

    93 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 10mg
    • Sodium: 54mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 6mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 20mg