Description

Irresistible Masala Pecan Sandies are a flavorful twist on classic shortbread cookies, infused with a warm masala spice blend and toasted pecans. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treats are perfect for any occasion and will leave you craving more.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients:

2 cups all-purpose flour
0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon masala spice blend

Wet Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter
0.75 cup granulated sugar
2 large egg yolks
1 cup toasted ground pecans

Additional Items:

1 sheet parchment paper
1 roll plastic wrap

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Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine dry ingredients: In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and masala spice blend. In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy. Add egg yolks, then fold in dry ingredients.
Shape and Chill: Shape dough into a rectangle, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Roll and Cut: Roll chilled dough, cut into squares, and place on baking trays lined with parchment paper.
Chill and Bake: Chill cut cookies, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes until golden.
Cool and Serve: Cool cookies on a wire rack before serving or storing.

Notes

You can customize the spice level by adjusting the amount of masala blend.
For a nut-free version, omit pecans or use seeds like pumpkin or sunflower.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cookie
Calories: 160
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 75mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 35mg