Gourmet Crunchy Pecan Delights

Gourmet Crunchy Pecan Delights

90 mins
medium
42 servings

Indulge in these irresistible crunchy pecan cookies, bursting with nutty flavor. A perfect treat for any occasion.

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Equipment Needed

  • Baking Sheets
  • Food Processor
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk
  • Wire Racks

Ingredients

  • 150.00 gPecans(Lightly toasted and coarsely chopped)
  • 3.00 Egg Whites(Room temperature)
  • 200.00 gGranulated Sugar(For a sweeter treat)
  • 38.00 gPotato Starch(For a light texture)
  • 1.00 tspKosher Salt(Enhances the flavors)
  • 1.00 tspCinnamon(Adds warmth)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Toast pecans in a dry pan until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Coarsely chop toasted pecans.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Whisk egg whites until stiff peaks form.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

5

Pulse remaining pecans, sugar, potato starch, salt, and cinnamon in a food processor until finely ground.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

6

Combine ground nuts with chopped pecans and egg whites.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

7

Drop rounded tablespoons of batter onto prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between each cookie.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

8

Bake for 15-17 minutes, or until lightly golden brown.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

9

Transfer baking sheets to wire racks to cool completely.

Estimated time: 10 minutes

10

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature.

Estimated time: 5 minutes