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Indulge in the sweet delights of National Pecan Cookie Day with our selection of delicious recipes - perfect for any occasion!
Get ready to indulge in sweetness on National Pecan Cookie Day, September 21! This annual celebration of pecan cookies has been around since the late 1990s and is a great reminder to treat yourself with something sweet. Pecan cookies are one of America’s favorite cookie recipes, made up of butter, sugar, flour and chopped pecans - all ingredients that come together for an unforgettable taste. So grab your friends or family members and get ready to celebrate this delicious day!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>6000 BC</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Origins of Pecan</div><div class='timeline-text'>Pecans are native to North America, and were consumed by prehistoric people as early as 6000 BC, forming a major part of their staple diet.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1700s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Colonial Pecan Recipes</div><div class='timeline-text'>The French settlers in Louisiana began incorporating pecans into their recipes, creating early versions of pecan cookies and other sweets.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1800s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Pecan Cultivation</div><div class='timeline-text'>Pecan farming began in the U.S., spreading the ingredient to more regions and increasing its use in recipes such as pecan cookies.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1963</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>"Nutty Fingers" Cookie Debut</div><div class='timeline-text'>The pecan cookie recipe "Nutty Fingers" makes its debut in the Joy of Cooking cook book, increasing its popularity nationwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1980s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Gourmet Pecan Cookies</div><div class='timeline-text'>Bakeries and restaurants began offering gourmet pecan cookies, making them a favorite among America's specialty cookie flavors.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1990s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>National Pecan Cookie Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>In the late 1990s, National Pecan Cookie Day was first observed in the United States, commemorating the beloved nutty treat.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Bake your own pecan cookies</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Making your own pecan cookies is easy and fun! Find a recipe online or in a cookbook, gather the ingredients, and get baking. Invite family and friends to join you for a cookie-baking party.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go out for pecan cookies</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Sometimes it's easier to just buy your treats than make them. See what local bakeries, restaurants, or coffee shops near you are offering special pecan cookie delights. Enjoy the deliciousness without having to do any of the work.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Throw a themed party</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Invite friends and family to join you in celebrating National Pecan Cookie Day with a themed party. Ask each guest to bring their favorite pecan cookie dish or dessert, and have some fun together.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Take a cooking class</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Search out your local cooking school and sign up for a baking or pastry making course. Learn how to make delicious pecan cookies from an expert chef and impress your friends with your new skills.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Gift homemade pecan cookies</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Make some extra batches of pecan cookies, package them in cute tins or boxes, and give them away as gifts to neighbors, friends, and family to celebrate the day.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Pecan cookies are delicious</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Whether soft and chewy or crunchy and crumbly, pecan cookies are always an irresistible treat. The buttery sweetness of the nuts combined with the lip-smacking flavors found in a cookie make for an unbeatable flavor combination that's sure to satisfy any sweet tooth!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They're easy to make</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>You don't have to be a master baker to whip up some delicious pecan cookies. All you need is some butter, sugar, eggs, flour, and of course pecans. Mix everything together and voila! You'll have delicious homemade treats ready to enjoy in no time.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>They make wonderful gifts</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Pecan cookies make a great addition to any gift basket or as edible presents. Whether given as a 'just because' gesture or as part of a birthday present, you can be sure that these yummy treats will put a smile on anybody's face!</p></div></div>
National Pecan Cookie Day is celebrated on September 21 every year. In 2024 National Pecan Cookie Day will occur on a Saturday.
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