Pecan and Brown Sugar Crescents

Vegetarian
Pecan and Brown Sugar Crescents
45 min.
30
98kcal

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Indulge in the delightful crunch and sweet aroma of our Pecan and Brown Sugar Crescents! These delectable treats are perfect for any gathering, serving as an irresistible starter, snack, or delightful appetizer. With a rich blend of toasted pecans and dark brown sugar, each bite offers a wonderful balance of nutty flavor and caramel sweetness that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine the scene: a warm kitchen filled with the inviting scent of cinnamon and freshly baked delicacies. This recipe is not only easy to follow but also yields a generous 30 servings, making it ideal for entertaining friends and family or for your next potluck. Plus, with just 98 calories per crescent, you can enjoy these treats without the guilt.

The combination of chilled unsalted butter and vanilla extract adds a rich creaminess, while the light dusting of powdered sugar at the end provides a beautiful finishing touch, elevating these crescents from a simple snack to an elegant option that will impress your guests. So gather your ingredients and prepare to embark on a baking adventure that will leave everyone reaching for more!

Ingredients

  • cup flour 
  • 0.3 cup t brown sugar dark packed ()
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon 
  • 0.8 cup pecans lightly toasted
  • 30 servings powdered sugar 
  • pinch salt 
  • 0.5 cup butter unsalted chilled cut into 1/2-inch pieces (1 stick)
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  2. Combine all ingredients except powdered sugar in processor. Using on/off turns, process until mixture resembles coarse meal; then process continuously until dough begins to come together.
  3. Roll 2 teaspoonfuls of dough between palms of hands to form 2 1/2-inch-long rope, tapering at ends.
  4. Place on ungreased baking sheet; curl in ends to form crescent shape. Repeat with remaining dough, spacing cookies 1 inch apart.
  5. Bake cookies until just firm to touch, about 20 minutes. Cool on sheet 5 minutes.
  6. Transfer to rack; cool. Sift powdered sugar over. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories98kcal
Protein2.77%
Fat43.94%
Carbs53.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
3
Glycemic Load
2.31
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.3804347754011%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.27mg
Delphinidin
0.18mg
Catechin
0.18mg
Epigallocatechin
0.14mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:97.95kcal
4.9%
Fat:4.89g
7.53%
Saturated Fat:2.1g
13.14%
Carbohydrates:13.35g
4.45%
Net Carbohydrates:12.98g
4.72%
Sugar:9.73g
10.81%
Cholesterol:8.13mg
2.71%
Sodium:2.48mg
0.11%
Alcohol:0.05g
100%
Alcohol %:0.28%
100%
Protein:0.69g
1.39%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.38%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.28%
Selenium:1.62µg
2.31%
Folate:8.3µg
2.08%
Vitamin A:96.03IU
1.92%
Copper:0.04mg
1.9%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.57%
Iron:0.28mg
1.54%
Fiber:0.37g
1.47%
Vitamin B3:0.28mg
1.4%
Phosphorus:12.37mg
1.24%
Magnesium:4.19mg
1.05%
Source:Epicurious