Pecan Pie Cookies: The Ultimate Sweet Treat
Delight in these cozy Pecan Pie Cookies that combine the rich flavors of pecan pie into a bite-sized treat, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 ½ cups pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, portion out the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges turn light golden brown.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
Store baked cookies in an airtight container for up to one week or freeze them for longer freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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