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Butter Pecan Cookies

Chewy Butter Pecan Cookies that Taste Like Home

Soft and chewy butter pecan cookies bring warmth and nostalgia, making them a perfect treat for gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 59 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • ¾ cup unsalted butter melted and cooled slightly
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup brown sugar light or dark varieties are fine
  • 1 large egg best if large
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch optional if using cake flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda ensure it's fresh
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder ensure it's fresh
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon powder optional
For the Mix-ins
  • 1 cup chopped pecans can swap with walnuts or almonds
  • ½ cup optional toffee bits for extra sweetness

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Cookie scoop
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Butter Pecan Cookies
  1. In a large bowl, cream together melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar using a hand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Add in the egg and vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture, then beat until well combined and smooth for 1-2 minutes.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and cinnamon. Gradually mix these dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, stirring gently.
  4. Fold in the chopped pecans and optional toffee bits into the cookie dough until evenly distributed.
  5. Refrigerate the dough for about 30-45 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and arrange on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 11-14 minutes, until golden around the edges but still soft in the center.
  8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For storage, keep cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds or in the oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.

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