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59 recipes tagged with pecans.
About 1 ⅓ cups For a delicious dessert, put a scoop of vanilla ice cream on a waffle and top with this sauce.
One 9- or 10-inch crust To make this crust in a food processor, combine all the ingredients and pulse until the nuts are finely chopped.
About sixty 1-inch balls Many of our readers don’t think it’s Christmas without this cherished classic. These get even better as they age.
About 1 pound; 64 pieces Penuche, whose name comes from the Spanish word for raw sugar, is simply fudge made with brown sugar—which gives it a rich…
A savory cheese ball made with sharp Cheddar, cream cheese, and crisp bacon, rolled in toasted walnuts or pecans. A classic party appetizer.
About 3 cups A savory stuffing that can stand up to the flavors of rich-tasting fish such as trout, salmon, bluefish, and mackerel. This stuffing can also…
5 cups This extra-crunchy granola uses pureed ripe banana in place of some of the sugar. The resulting granola is lightly sweet, with no real banana…
About 2 pounds This recipe is one of Marion’s, presumably written after a trip to Mexico. It is essentially milk fudge, but made by creating an…
These orange-cranberry doughnuts are infused with cinnamon, pecans, dried cranberries, and orange zest, then topped with a citrus glaze. Perfect for…
A carrot cake doughnut recipe featuring a reduced carrot juice syrup for intense sweetness. The dough is spiced with ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, and…
About 1 ½ cups Brown sugar and toasted nuts make a superb filling.
One 10-inch cake This is a moist coffee cake with a crumbly top. For a raspberry variation, spread ½ cup seedless raspberry jam over the batter before…
Divinity is a classic Southern candy made from whipped egg whites and a sugar syrup, studded with toasted pecans or walnuts. It is light and fluffy, with…
A moist spiced apple cake made with buttermilk and topped with a choice of vanilla butter frosting or butterscotch icing. Tart green apples and toasted…
Twenty-four 2 × 1 ⅓-inch bars A chewy brown sugar–pecan toffee layer spread over shortbread and topped with chocolate. These bars are best made a day…
About sixty 3-inch wafers Much of the appeal of these see-through wafers is in their brittle, caramelized texture, so be sure to make them on a dry day…
24 pieces In place of the filling below, you may also stuff mushroom caps with goat cheese mixed with minced garlic and herbs, any flavored butter, or…
8 patties These patties are based on a thirties-era recipe for “cheese, nut, and bread loaf.” We find the mixture much more delicious in patty form, as it…
A moist, spiced layer cake made with banana, pineapple, and pecans, topped with cream cheese frosting. Originally known as Doctor Bird Cake in Jamaica.
16 muffins Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease 16 cups of two standard muffin tins or line with paper liners.
3 cups A mixture of almonds, walnuts, and pecans may also be used. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
Twelve 3 × 2 ¼-inch bars Many a copy of Joy has been sold on the strength of this recipe. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9-inch square baking pan and…
One 9-inch tart In this rich tart, nuts are enrobed in amber caramel and baked to sticky perfection.
Fifty-four 2 × 1-inch bars Add the optional coconut flakes, and you may call these Magic Cookie Bars. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 13 × 9 × 2-inch…
About sixty 1 ¼-inch cookies Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease or line 2 baking sheets or cookie sheets with parchment paper.
Smoked almonds, pecans, and hazelnuts tossed with butter and sweet rub. Perfect for snacking or gifting.
About 3 ¼ cups Sweet and delicious, this is the traditional German Chocolate Cake filling and topping.
These candied nuts are coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar mixture and baked until crunchy. Perfect for snacking or as a party appetizer.
A twist on the classic Kentucky Derby pie, these brownies feature a rich chocolate base topped with bourbon-soaked pecans. Perfect for a springtime treat.
Fluffy pancakes made with ripe banana, pecans, and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Perfect for using up overripe bananas and customizable with your…
A crisp and refreshing autumn salad bowl with spinach, quinoa, black beans, brussels sprouts, apple, cranberries, and pecans, drizzled with a creamy…
A creamy farro porridge cooked with milk, cinnamon, and lemon, topped with cream, fresh fruit, and toasted pecans.
Pralines are a classic Southern candy made with sugar, butter, and pecans. This easy recipe yields creamy, nutty confections perfect for any occasion.
Banana bread doughnuts with a tender crumb, made with mashed banana, pecans, and cardamom, then glazed with maple. Best enjoyed warm.
Bourbon balls are a no-bake dessert made with crushed vanilla wafers, pecans, cocoa, and bourbon, rolled in powdered sugar. They are a sweet treat with a…
These linzer torte cookies are shaped like conversation hearts and filled with cherry jam. Perfect for Valentine's Day, they are a sweet homemade gift.
Overnight caramel-pecan rolls are a make-ahead breakfast treat. The dough is prepared the night before, then baked in the morning for gooey, nutty rolls.
These sandwich cookies are inspired by German Chocolate Cake, featuring a sweet coconut-pecan filling sandwiched between chocolate cookies. The edges are…
A paleo-friendly chicken salad with shredded chicken, crunchy vegetables, apple, dried cranberries, and pecans, tossed in a homemade herb mayo. Perfect…
A rich carrot cake spiked with rum and whiskey, featuring shredded carrots, pineapple, walnuts, raisins, and coconut, topped with a maple cream cheese…
A classic apple crisp with a Southern twist of toasted pecans. Easy to make and perfect for using up ripe apples.
These kitchen sink cookies are packed with chewy candied ginger, orange peel, and pistachios for a unique and delicious flavor profile.
A sweet, yeasted cake filled with brown sugar, pecans, and cinnamon, then topped with colorful sparkling sugars. Traditionally served during Mardi Gras.
Butter pecan scones are tender, buttery pastries with toasted pecans and a vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast or brunch.
A creamy, tangy pimento cheese spread made with extra-sharp cheddar, mayonnaise, and pimentos. Perfect for sandwiches, grilled cheese, or as a dip.
These sweet rolls are a cinnamon-pecan delight with a cream cheese icing, inspired by the fictional Sugarloaf Café from the Ali Reynolds book series.
Broiled heirloom tomatoes topped with melted burrata cheese, spiced pecans, and a drizzle of cane syrup. A quick and flavorful summer appetizer.
A moist rum cake with a sugary glaze and caramelized pecans, perfect for holiday gatherings. This Bundt cake is soaked in rum glaze for extra flavor.
Big, fluffy cinnamon rolls with a caramel pecan topping and cream cheese icing. Perfect for a slow, cool morning.
These buttery, nutty crescent cookies are dusted with cinnamon sugar. They are a classic treat known by many names around the world.
Lacy, crisp cookies packed with pecans, dried cranberries, candied ginger, and orange zest, drizzled with bittersweet chocolate.
A rich chocolate mug cake studded with toasted pecans and melty caramel pieces, ready in 10 minutes. Perfect for a quick dessert.
Rich and fudgy brownies with dark chocolate, pecans, and warm spices like cinnamon and cloves. Perfect for any occasion.
Doughnuts topped with a rich, nutty coconut-pecan frosting inspired by German chocolate cake.
A dense, moist Southern-style apple cake with a unique baking-soda frosting. Packed with tart apples, pecans, and coconut, it's a comforting dessert…
Spiced pecans coated in egg white and a blend of warm spices, baked until fragrant. A Southern holiday treat perfect for gifting.
Buttery cookies with a delightful crunch from crushed potato chips and chopped pecans. Sweet and salty, perfect for any occasion.
Rich chocolate cookies with gin-soaked raisins and toasted pecans. The dough is made with cocoa powder and espresso powder for deep flavor.
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