Pecan Pie Cookies
There's something about the aroma of freshly baked cookies that brings back fond memories of cozy afternoons spent in the kitchen. Today, I'm excited to share a recipe for pecan pie cookies that combines the delightful flavors of traditional pecan pie with the comforting bite of a cookie.
Equipment
- Large bowl
- Baking sheets
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Step 2: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Step 3: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Step 4: In another bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Step 5: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Step 6: Fold in the chopped pecans and chocolate chips, if using.
- Step 7: Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Step 8: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Step 9: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
To keep your cookies fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. If you want to keep them longer, you can freeze them for up to three months.