Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Maple Pecan Refrigerator Cookies

Makes about 40

1 cup softened butter
1/3 cup sugar
3 tbsp real maple syrup
1 large egg yolk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
2 cups flour
1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Beat butter for 3 minutes or until creamy. Beat in sugar gradually. Add syrup, egg yolk, and extracts; beat well. Stir in flour and pecans.

Divide dough in half and shape into logs 2 inches in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap or parchment and refrigerate until firm.

Preheat oven to 350F.

Cut logs into 1/2 inch thick rounds; arrange on greased cookie sheets. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until golden brown.

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