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Caramel Pecan Shortbread

Caramel Pecan Shortbread
You can never have too many dessert recipes, so give Caramel Pecan Shortbread a try. One portion of this dish contains about 2g of protein, 7g of fat, and a total of 166 calories. This recipe serves 24. This recipe covers 4% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. A mixture of evaporated milk, vanillan extract, confectioners' sugar, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes roughly 45 minutes.

Instructions

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In a large bowl, cream butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in milk and vanilla.
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Combine flour and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle.
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On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to 1/4-in. thickness.
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Cut into 2-in. x 1-in. strips.
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Place 1 in. apart on greased baking sheets.
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Bake at 325° for 12-14 minutes or until lightly browned.
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Remove to wire racks to cool.
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For filling, combine caramels and milk in a large saucepan. Cook and stir over medium-low heat until caramels are melted and smooth.
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Remove from the heat; stir in the butter, sugar and pecans. Cool for 5 minutes.
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Spread 1 teaspoon over each cookie.
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For icing, in a microwave-safe bowl, melt chips and milk; stir until smooth. Stir in the butter, sugar and vanilla until smooth. Cool for 5 minutes.
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Spread 1 teaspoon icing on each cookie; top each with a pecan half.
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Let stand until set. Store in an airtight container.
DifficultyExpert
Ready In45 m.
Servings24
Health Score0
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