Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Butter Pecan Cookies, where rich buttery goodness meets the nutty crunch of toasted pecans. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are an easy to make crowd-pleaser that will warm your heart and satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether enjoyed fresh out of the oven or paired with ice cream, they bring comfort and joy to every bite.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup toasted pecans (coarsely chopped)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread pecans on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes until fragrant.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt before gradually mixing into the wet ingredients.
- Fold in toasted pecans gently.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto lined baking sheets and bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For thicker cookies, chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before baking. Feel free to substitute pecans with walnuts or macadamia nuts for variety.