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The recipe appears to have its steps slightly out of order. Here's the complete, organized version: Pecan Dandy Do's Classic buttery pecan cookies with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture and a powdered sugar coating.


 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar, plus extra for rolling
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1½ cups finely chopped pecans
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Makes: 24–30 cookies

Instructions

1. Cream the Butter and Sugar

In a large bowl, beat together:

  • Softened butter
  • ½ cup powdered sugar

Mix until light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.

2. Add Vanilla and Salt

Mix in:

  • Vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Stir until evenly combined.

3. Add the Dry Ingredients

Gradually stir in:

  • Flour
  • Finely chopped pecans

Mix just until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing.

4. Shape and Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
  4. Place about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  5. Flatten slightly if desired.

Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may still look pale.

5. Roll in Powdered Sugar

  • Allow cookies to cool for 2–3 minutes.
  • While still warm, roll them in powdered sugar.
  • Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

For an extra snowy finish, roll them a second time after they've cooled completely.

Serving Ideas

  • Coffee or tea
  • Cold milk
  • Holiday cookie trays
  • Gift tins

Storage

  • Room temperature: Up to 1 week in an airtight container.
  • Refrigerator: Up to 2 weeks.
  • Freezer: Up to 2 months.

A Few Notes

  • These cookies are very similar to traditional pecan sandies or Mexican wedding cookies, though the exact name "Pecan Dandy Do's" appears to be a regional or family variation.
  • The recipe description claims it is "naturally nut-free optional," but since pecans are a main ingredient, a nut-free version would require a substantial substitution (such as toasted sunflower seeds), making it a different cookie altogether.
  • For a richer flavor, lightly toast the pecans before chopping and adding them to the dough.

The result is a delicate, buttery cookie with a crumbly shortbread texture and plenty of toasted pecan flavor.