Acorn Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Sift flour and baking powder together and set aside.
2. 2
   Melt margarine.
3. 3
   Stir brown sugar into margarine, then add vanilla and pecans.
4. 4
   Add dry ingredients and mix well.
5. 5
   Take a teaspoonful of dough and roll into a ball.
6. 6
   Flatten one side on ungreased baking sheet and pinch top.
7. 7
   Bake at 350° for 15 to 18 minutes or until lightly brown.
8. 8
   Let cool.
9. 9
   Melt caramels with 1/4 cup water.
10. 10
    Dip cooled cookies into melted caramels then into crushed pecans.