Butterscotch Icebox Cookies

Vegetarian
Butterscotch Icebox Cookies
45 min.
36
161kcal

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If you're searching for a delightful dessert that combines simplicity with rich flavor, look no further than Butterscotch Icebox Cookies. These vegetarian treats are a fantastic way to indulge your sweet tooth while impressing your friends and family. With a heavenly blend of dark brown sugar and creamy butter, each cookie transports you to a world of sweet nostalgia, evoking memories of homemade goodies from childhood.

What makes these cookies truly special is their unique preparation method. Shaped into convenient rolls and chilled until firm, these icebox cookies allow you to whip up a batch ahead of time, ensuring you have a tasty dessert ready at a moment's notice. The combination of crunchy pecans adds just the right amount of texture, making each bite a perfect harmony of sweetness and crunch.

Baking these cookies is a breeze! With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, they are ideal for last-minute gatherings or cozy nights in. As they bake to a golden perfection, your kitchen will be filled with an irresistible aroma that beckons everyone to the table. Each cookie packs a light 161 calories—perfect for guilt-free indulgence!

So gather your ingredients and prepare to treat yourself and your loved ones to a mouthwatering dessert that’s sure to become a new favorite in your household. Get ready to savor every delicious bite of your Butterscotch Icebox Cookies!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup butter 
  • cups brown sugar dark packed
  •  eggs 
  • 3.5 cups flour all-purpose
  • cup pecans chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • wax paper
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Cream butter, add sugar and cream well. Beat in eggs, then add sifted dry ingredients, vanilla and nuts.
  2. Shape into rolls, wrap in wax paper and freeze or put in refrigerator until firm.
  3. Slice and place about an inch apart on greased cookie sheet.
  4. Bake about 12 minutes at 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  5. When done, remove from pan at once with a spatula. Store in a covered container and they will remain crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Calories161kcal
Protein4.68%
Fat42.13%
Carbs53.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3.75
Glycemic Load
6.72
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.0173913088182%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.33mg
Delphinidin
0.22mg
Catechin
0.22mg
Epigallocatechin
0.17mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:160.63kcal
8.03%
Fat:7.65g
11.76%
Saturated Fat:3.52g
22.02%
Carbohydrates:21.72g
7.24%
Net Carbohydrates:21.1g
7.67%
Sugar:12.04g
13.37%
Cholesterol:22.65mg
7.55%
Sodium:110.39mg
4.8%
Alcohol:0.04g
100%
Alcohol %:0.13%
100%
Protein:1.91g
3.82%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.4%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.78%
Selenium:5.2µg
7.42%
Folate:24.37µg
6.09%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.55%
Iron:0.77mg
4.29%
Vitamin B3:0.77mg
3.86%
Vitamin A:172.47IU
3.45%
Copper:0.06mg
3.07%
Phosphorus:28.36mg
2.84%
Fiber:0.62g
2.48%
Magnesium:7.87mg
1.97%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.76%
Calcium:17mg
1.7%
Vitamin E:0.22mg
1.48%
Vitamin B5:0.14mg
1.4%
Potassium:46.73mg
1.34%
Vitamin B6:0.02mg
1.05%
Source:Allrecipes