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Sandies

By: Jaimie 
"I found this recipe just lying around so I decided to make it. They are so much fun to make! They taste really good too!"

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.8 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (31)

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Prep Time:
4 Hrs 15 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
4 Hrs 35 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 2 dozen
 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups sifted all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 3 tablespoons confectioners' sugar

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth. Beat in the water and vanilla. Stir in the flour and pecans until well blended. Cover dough and chill for at least four hours.
  2. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Shape dough into walnut sized balls or crescents. Place 2 inches apart onto unprepared cookie sheets.
  3. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes in the preheated oven, until golden. Roll in confectioners' sugar while still warm.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 153 | Total Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 20mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 28, 2002 by JOANNAMAN   view full review
These are great cookies. I used 2 cups of minced pecans instead of 1, the consistency was...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 29, 2008 by Alexia   view full review
This cookie is the most requested cookie I bake. I have had this recipe for many years and...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 13, 2006 by Corinne   view full review
Melt-in-your mouth goodness! These tender and flavorful cookies are very easy to make. The...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 14, 2002 by COTYAN   view full review
I made this recipe as gifts this year for Christmas just as my grandmother and I would do...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 10, 2006 by LikesGoodFood   view full review
These were good, quick, and easy. I ran out of butter, so I used 1/2 butter and 1/2 margarine...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 21, 2003 by ASHELEY   view full review
I used almonds instead of pecans and made these for Easter and they were such a hit. I also...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2010 by ::Annie::   view full review
I had never had these freshly baked. I've only had the Sandies that are store bought. I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 8, 2006 by Dough Girl   view full review
This recipe was really tasty. I was surprised that such a small amount of sugar could taste...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Jul. 1, 2006 by SUSU71   view full review
I liked the taste of these cookies, and they satisfied my craving. I only had 1/2 cup of...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.8 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 28, 2002 by Lorio   view full review
this is delicious!! I made this for Christmas and everyone just couldn't get enough of it....

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