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Pecan Coffee Cake

October 3, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

Did you know that Texas’s state tree is the Pecan tree?  Texas produces approximately 60 million pounds of pecans every year. If they are stored properly, pecans are a great addition to several recipes and make a great snack year round. Check out this delicious and healthy dessert recipe to start using pecans in your food! This dessert is sure to satisfy your craving for something sweet!

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Did you know that Texas’s state tree is the Pecan tree? Texas produces approximately 60 million pounds of pecans every year. If they are stored properly, pecans are a great addition to several recipes and make a great snack year round. Check out this delicious and healthy dessert recipe to start using pecans in your food! This dessert is sure to satisfy your craving for something sweet!
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Did you know that Texas’s state tree is the Pecan tree? Texas produces approximately 60 million pounds of pecans every year. If they are stored properly, pecans are a great addition to several recipes and make a great snack year round. Check out this delicious and healthy dessert recipe to start using pecans in your food! This dessert is sure to satisfy your craving for something sweet!
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Servings
24 pieces
Servings
24 pieces
Ingredients
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ½ cup nonfat greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 eggs
  • ½ cup 2% milk
  • 2 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoon butter
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped pecans
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  1. Begin by mixing sugar, milk, yogurt, eggs, and vanilla together until well combined.
  2. In a separate bowl mix together flour, baking powder and salt until well combined.
  3. Slowly add dry mixture to the wet mixture and make sure it is well combined.
  4. Pour into a greased 9x13 inch pan.
  5. Combine brown sugar, cinnamon and pecans and melted butter.
  6. Sprinkle evenly on top of the unbaked batter.
  7. Bake in an oven at 350 degrees for 30 to 35 minutes.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: dessert, Desserts, kid friendly, pecan, pecans

Pecan Apple Spice Cookies

October 19, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

Pecan Apple Spice Cookies set on a plate. Try these delicious Pecan Apple Spice Cookies to get a delicious taste of fall! Perfect for any holiday cookie trade party!

Pecan Apple Spice Cookies set on a plate.
Pecan Apple Spice Cookies
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Ingredients
  • 1.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup oats
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cup apple chopped
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
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  1. Preheat oven to 350, clean area, and wash apples
  2. In a small bowl, combine, flour, oats, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, mix with an electric mixer butter, sugar, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
  4. Slowly mix in flour mixture until smooth
  5. Fold in apple and pecans
  6. Form the dough into 1” balls, place on cookie sheet, and press down.
  7. Bake at 350 for 6-8 minutes
  8. Remove from oven and serve warm for that yummy warm fall feeling
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: apple, cookie, cookies, dessert, Desserts, pecan, spice

Coconut Pecan Cranberry Bites

September 30, 2024 by Dinner Tonight

Say hello to a bite of bliss! These Coconut Pecan Cranberry Bites are the perfect blend of sweet, nutty, and tangy goodness. Packed with wholesome ingredients and big flavor, they’re a delicious treat you’ll want to snack on all day!

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16 1 ball (approx. 2 tablespoons)
Servings
16 1 ball (approx. 2 tablespoons)
Ingredients
  • 4 Medjool dates pitted
  • 1 cup almond butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut unsweetened
Servings: 1 ball (approx. 2 tablespoons)
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  1. In food processor with S blade attachment, add pitted dates and process until they form a paste.
  2. Add the almond butter and cinnamon process until combined.
  3. Add the cranberries, pecans, and ¼ cup coconut and pulse until combined.
  4. Remove blade from food processor, scoop out dough into 2 tablespoon portions and roll into balls.
  5. Refrigerate 30 minutes to set.
  6. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes

Coconut Cranberry Bites

Nutrition Facts
Serving size 2 tablespoons (25g)
servings per container 16

Amount per serving
Calories	140					

% Daily Value
Total Fat	11	g			14	%	
Saturated Fat	2	g			10	%	
Trans Fat	0	g					
Cholesterol	0	mg			0	%	
Sodium	35	mg			2	%	
Total Carbohydrate	8	g			3	%	
Dietary Fiber	3	g			11	%	
Total Sugars	5	g					
Added Sugars	0	g			0	%	
Protein	4	g					

Vitamin D	0	mcg			0	%	
Calcium	61	mg			4	%	
Iron	1	mg			6	%	
Potassium	167	mg			4	%

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Strawberry Pecan Salad

February 25, 2020 by Dinner Tonight

Bored with your normal salad routine? Throw some color into this mix this week with this recipe from Logan B! 


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Ingredients
Salad
  • 6 ounces baby spinach leaves fresh
  • 6 ounces baby spring mix fresh
  • 1/2 medium red onion sliced into bite size pieces
  • 1 cup sliced strawberries
  • 1 cup grapes
  • 11 ounces canned mandarin oranges drained
  • 1/2 cup Raspberry Vinaigrette recipe below
Candied Pecans - Optional
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons orange juice
  • 1 cup pecan halves
Raspberry Vinaigrette
  • 3/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup raspberry preserves
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1/2 cup raspberries
  • 1 teaspoon basil
Servings: 1 cup
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Salad
  1. Wash and dry spinach leaves and spring mixed greens. In a large bowl layer 1/2 the spinach, greens, red onion, strawberries, grapes, and pecans and repeat to create the top layer. Finish salad by playing the oranges on top. Drizzle Dressing over top of salad before serving.
Candied Pecans
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Combine brown sugar and orange juice. Add pecan halves, stirring to coat. Spread in a lightly greased cookie sheet. Bake for 12 minutes or until nuts are browned and syrup is bubbly, stirring once. Pour out onto a lightly greased baking sheet, separating into single nuts. Cool on a wire rack. *Addition of candied pecans will change nutrition information
Raspberry Vinaigrette
  1. In a blender, combine all ingredients and blend until well combined. Pour in a jar and refrigerate until chilled. *yields 6 - 1/2 cup servings.
Recipe Notes

*Nutrition label includes salad and 1 (1/2) cup serving of raspberry vinaigrette recipe. Addition of more dressing or candied pecans will change nutrition information.

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Homemade Cranberry Pecan Sauce

November 21, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

homemade-cranberry-pecan-sauceThis homemade cranberry pecan sauce is an easy and flavorful twist on a staple holiday dish. If you want to avoid using canned cranberry sauce, or you just want to try something new, here is a great recipe to try this year.

 

 

 

 

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