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Pecan Pie Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these Pecan Pie Cookies, a perfect blend of buttery sweetness and crunchy pecans with an optional touch of mini chocolate chips. These cookies capture the nostalgic flavors of classic pecan pie in an easy-to-make cookie form, ideal for holiday treats or any time you’re craving a delicious homemade dessert.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Add-ins

  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which usually takes about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Add the eggs one at a time to the creamed butter and sugar, beating well after each addition. Then, mix in the vanilla extract until everything is fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  5. Mix Dry Ingredients with Wet: Gradually add the dry flour mixture to the wet butter mixture, stirring gently until just combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  6. Fold in Pecans and Chocolate Chips: Carefully fold in the chopped pecans and mini chocolate chips (if using) so that they are evenly dispersed throughout the cookie dough.
  7. Scoop the Dough: Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
  8. Bake: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown. The centers might look slightly underbaked but will firm up as they cool.
  9. Cool the Cookies: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them rest on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes to set. Then, transfer the cookies to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely.
  10. Enjoy: Once cooled, serve and enjoy your homemade Pecan Pie Cookies with a cup of coffee or milk.

Notes

  • You can omit chocolate chips if you prefer a classic pecan pie flavor without the chocolate.
  • For extra chewiness, slightly underbake the cookies and let them cool on the baking sheet.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
  • Chopping pecans unevenly can provide a better texture contrast.

Keywords: Pecan Pie Cookies, Chocolate Chip Cookies, Holiday Cookies, Nutty Cookies, Easy Cookie Recipe

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