Description
Pecan pie cookies combine the rich flavors of traditional pecan pie in a chewy, snackable form. Bursting with brown sugar and toasted pecans, these delightful treats are perfect for any occasion—from cozy gatherings to holiday celebrations. With their golden-brown hue and aromatic appeal, one bite will transport you to cherished memories of family kitchens and festive feasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the toasted pecans with a spatula.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft. Cool slightly on the sheet before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg