Description
Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of Pecan Pie Cookies, a delightful twist on the classic dessert. These cookies are thin, chewy, and packed with the sweet flavor of brown sugar and toasted pecans, making them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply craving a sweet treat, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike. With just a few simple ingredients and quick preparation time, you’ll have a batch ready to enjoy in no time.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups light or dark brown sugar (lightly packed)
- 1 cup salted butter (at room temperature)
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 cups pecan halves
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer, beat together brown sugar, salted butter, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy (about 3 minutes).
- Add the eggs and mix on low speed until just combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, and baking soda. Gradually add to the wet ingredients until combined.
- Fold in pecan halves using a spatula.
- Refrigerate dough for about 30 minutes to improve texture.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop dough balls (about 1.25 inches) onto prepared sheets, leaving space for spreading.
- Bake for approximately 8 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Prep Time: 18 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 28g)
- Calories: 145
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg