Impressive and easy for such a short ingredient list.

With only four ingredients in these Pecan Kisses, the nuts buttery, sweet flavor is on center stage.

Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment paper.

Pecan Kisses

Credit:Antonis Achilleos; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall; Prop Styling: Missie Neville Crawford

Gradually add sugar and vanilla; beat until smooth, about 2 minutes.

Drop mixture by 1 1/2 tablespoonfuls about 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheets.

Turn off oven, and leave cookies inside.

Let cool about 30 minutes.

Transfer cookies to a wire rack; let cool completely.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.