Description
The Pecan Delight Bites recipe brings together the rich, nutty flavor of pecans with the soft, inviting sweetness of honey to create a delightful treat. Ideal for gatherings, special occasions, or just a sweet snack at home, this recipe is easy to follow and results in deliciously tempting bites that are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups finely chopped pecans
- 1 cup softened butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat Oven Begin by preheating the oven to 300°F, ensuring it reaches the right temperature for baking.
- Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt thoroughly.
- Step 3: Cream Wet Ingredients In another bowl, cream together the softened butter, honey, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
- Step 4: Combine Mixtures Gradually blend the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough is formed.
- Step 5: Add Pecans Fold the finely chopped pecans into the dough until evenly distributed.
- Step 6: Shape and Bake Shape the dough into small 1-inch balls and place them on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes or until the cookies are set and lightly golden.
- Step 7: Cooling Allow the bites to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Step 8: Dust with Sugar Once cooled, dust the pecan bites with powdered sugar to enhance their sweetness and visual appeal.