Pecan Pie Cookies

Ingredients (12)

• 3/4 cup shortening
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 large egg, room temperature
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, divided
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• FILLING:
• 1 cup finely chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream
• Frosting of choice, optional