Pecan, Orange And Cranberry Sandy Recipe
Indulge in our Pecan, Orange, and Cranberry Sandy, a delightful treat that harmoniously combines the rich, nutty flavor of toasted pecans with the bright, zesty notes of fresh oranges and the sweet-tart burst of dried cranberries. Each sandy is delicately baked to a perfect golden brown, offering a satisfying crunch that gives way to a tender, melt-in-your-mouth center. Perfect for any occasion, this cookie is a celebration of flavors that will leave you craving another bite!
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Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
Mix-ins
Method
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, powdered sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
- 3
Cream Butter and Sugar
In another bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer until creamy. Gradually add the dry mixture and mix until combined.
- 4
Add Wet Ingredients
Mix in the vanilla extract and orange zest until fully incorporated.
- 5
Incorporate Mix-ins
Gently fold in the chopped pecans and dried cranberries until evenly distributed.
- 6
Shape Cookies
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- 7
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
