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Butternut Cookies, melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a hint of vanilla and nutty goodness.

Classic Butternuts Cookies

A holiday favorite that brings warmth and nostalgia to any gathering with its delightful butterscotch flavor and crunchy pecans. A simple yet satisfying treat for the festive season.
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cookies, Holiday
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 140kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup butterscotch chips
  • 1/2 cup pecans finely chopped
  • rum extract
  • 1 tbsp milk

Instructions

  • Cream together butter, powdered sugar, and salt until fluffy.
  • Gradually add flour, mixing until smooth.
  • Stir in butterscotch chips and chopped pecans.
  • Shape dough into balls and place on a cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 325°F for 15-20 minutes until firm but not browned.
  • Mix powdered sugar with rum extract and milk to make a glaze.
  • Glaze cookies and sprinkle with pecans. Allow to set before serving.

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Freeze unglazed cookies for longer storage.

Nutrition

Calories: 140kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 55mg | Potassium: 40mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 190IU | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1.2mg
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