Bourbon-Pecan Snowflakes

Vegetarian
Health score
34%
Bourbon-Pecan Snowflakes
160 min.
1
3962kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Bourbon-Pecan Snowflakes, a unique treat that perfectly blends the rich warmth of bourbon with the nutty crunch of toasted pecans. This vegetarian recipe is not just a dessert; it's an experience that will transport you to a cozy winter evening, making it an ideal addition to your holiday gatherings or a special occasion.

With a preparation time of just 160 minutes, these snowflake-shaped cookies are surprisingly easy to make, yet they exude an air of sophistication that will impress your guests. Each bite offers a melt-in-your-mouth texture, thanks to the creamy butter and the subtle sweetness of powdered sugar, while the bourbon adds a hint of depth that elevates the overall flavor profile.

Perfectly baked to a golden hue, these cookies are not only visually appealing but also a delightful treat for the taste buds. The combination of buttery goodness and crunchy pecans creates a harmonious balance that is hard to resist. Whether enjoyed with a warm beverage or as a standalone snack, Bourbon-Pecan Snowflakes are sure to become a cherished favorite in your recipe collection.

So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to create a batch of these enchanting cookies that will leave everyone asking for more!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • tablespoons bourbon 
  • cup butter softened
  • 2.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • cup pecans toasted chopped
  • 0.8 cup powdered sugar 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoons vanilla extract 
  • serving wax and parchment paper 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • hand mixer
  • wax paper

Directions

  1. Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add sugar, beating until smooth. Stir in pecans, bourbon, and vanilla until blended.
  2. Stir together flour and next 2 ingredients. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating at low speed until blended.
  3. Divide dough in half; flatten each into a disk.
  4. Roll each disk to 1/4-inch thickness between 2 sheets of wax paper.
  5. Transfer dough, in wax paper, to a baking sheet; chill 1 hour.
  6. Preheat oven to 35
  7. Working with 1 portion of dough at a time, remove top wax paper; cut with a 3-inch snowflake-shaped cutter, rerolling dough scraps once.
  8. Place 1 inch apart on parchment paper-lined baking sheets.
  9. Bake at 350 for 14 to 16 minutes or until edges are golden. Cool on baking sheets 1 minute; transfer to wire racks. Cool completely. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts

Calories3962kcal
Protein4.47%
Fat60.05%
Carbs35.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
266
Glycemic Load
173.28
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
55.451739513356%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
10.63mg
Delphinidin
7.21mg
Catechin
7.17mg
Epigallocatechin
5.57mg
Epicatechin
0.81mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
2.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:3961.81kcal
198.09%
Fat:258.45g
397.61%
Saturated Fat:123.28g
770.51%
Carbohydrates:343.55g
114.52%
Net Carbohydrates:325.59g
118.4%
Sugar:93.94g
104.38%
Cholesterol:488.05mg
162.68%
Sodium:1865.73mg
81.12%
Alcohol:22.79g
100%
Alcohol %:3.61%
100%
Protein:43.31g
86.63%
Manganese:6.62mg
331%
Vitamin B1:3.12mg
208.16%
Selenium:112.51µg
160.73%
Folate:601.47µg
150.37%
Vitamin A:5728.17IU
114.56%
Vitamin B2:1.78mg
104.51%
Vitamin B3:19.75mg
98.73%
Iron:17.26mg
95.9%
Copper:1.66mg
83.18%
Fiber:17.96g
71.83%
Phosphorus:691.38mg
69.14%
Magnesium:194.59mg
48.65%
Zinc:6.92mg
46.15%
Vitamin E:6.84mg
45.6%
Vitamin B5:2.48mg
24.76%
Potassium:811.95mg
23.2%
Calcium:231.82mg
23.18%
Vitamin K:20.29µg
19.33%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.74%
Vitamin B12:0.39µg
6.43%
Vitamin C:1.3mg
1.57%
Source:My Recipes