Pecan Pie Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Beat butter and sugar at medium speed with electric mixer until light and fluffy.
2. 2
   Add 1/2 cup corn syrup and egg yolks, beating well.
3. 3
   Gradually stir in flour, cover and chill for 1 hour.
4. 4
   Melt 1/4 c. butter in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stir in powdered sugar and 3 tablespoons corn syrup.
5. 5
   Cook, stirring often until mixture boils.
6. 6
   Remove from heat and stir in pecans.
7. 7
   Chill for 30 minutes.
8. 8
   Shape mixture by 1/2 teaspoon fulls into 1/4 inch balls.
9. 9
   Place 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheets.
10. 10
    Beat egg whites until foamy and brush on dough balls.
11. 11
    Bake at 375° for 6 minutes.
12. 12
    Remove from oven and place pecan balls in center of each cookie.
13. 13
    Bake 6 to 8 more minutes or until lightly browned.
14. 14
    Cool 5 minutes on baking pans.
15. 15
    Remove to wire racks to cool completely.
16. 16
    Freeze if desired and serve.