INGREDIENTS
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1 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
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1/4 tsp. kosher salt
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6 tbsp. cold unsalted butter
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4 tbsp. ice water
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3/4 c. blackstrap molasses (use unsulfured mild molasses for a milder molasses flavor)
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3/4 c. packed light-brown sugar
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1/2 c. light or brown-sugar syrup
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1/4 c. unsalted butter
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3 large eggs
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2 c. Pecan halves
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1/2 c. chopped pecans
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2 tsp. vanilla extract
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1/2 tsp. kosher salt
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Sweetened whipped cream or vanilla ice cream (optional)