PECAN PIE THUMBPRINT COOKIES
MAKES 60
A handheld version of this beloved pie will be a welcome addition to your fall sweets repertoire.
FILLING
¾ cup chopped pecans½ cup sugar⅓ cup dark corn syrup2½ tablespoons unsalted butter, melted1 large egg½ teaspoon vanilla extract⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
COOKIES
4 cups pecan halves2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided1 teaspoon grated fresh nutmeg, divided2 cups unsalted butter, softened1⅓ cups sugar4 egg yolks2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided4 cups all-purpose flour
1. For filling: In a medium saucepan, stir together pecans, sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg, vanilla, and salt.
2. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Let cool to room temperature before using.
3. For cookies: In the work bowl of a food…
