Description
These Butter Pecan Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with the rich, buttery flavor of toasted pecans. The perfect treat for any occasion, they combine the warm sweetness of brown sugar with the crunch of chopped pecans, creating a delightful cookie that everyone will love!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2️⃣ Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3️⃣ Add egg and vanilla: Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and beat until smooth and fully combined.
4️⃣ Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5️⃣ Stir in pecans: Gently stir in the chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6️⃣ Shape and bake: Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
7️⃣ Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
8️⃣ Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Storage: Store these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Optional twist: For a bit of extra flavor, toast the pecans in a dry pan before chopping and adding them to the dough.
Make them smaller or larger: You can adjust the size of the cookie dough portions to make smaller or larger cookies as desired. Just adjust the baking time slightly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–12 minutes