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Toffee Pecan Shortbread Cookies


  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 40 cookies 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Buttery shortbread cookies filled with toffee bits and pecans, then dipped in chocolate — a sweet and nutty treat perfect for gifting or holiday baking!


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 3/4 cup toffee bits
  • 4 oz melted chocolate (for dipping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugar until smooth, then add vanilla.
  3. Stir in flour, salt, pecans, and toffee bits.
  4. Roll dough into balls, flatten slightly, and bake 12–15 minutes.
  5. Cool completely, then dip half in melted chocolate. Let set before storing.

Notes

Use high-quality butter for best texture. Add mini chocolate chips for a twist. Store airtight up to 1 week or freeze for 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 13 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 45mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Protein: 2g

Keywords: toffee pecan shortbread, chocolate dipped cookies, holiday shortbread, butter cookies