Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Butter Pecan Cookies, where rich butter meets crunchy toasted pecans for a delectable treat. These soft and chewy cookies are perfect for any occasion, bringing joy to your gatherings with their inviting aroma and delightful sweetness. Whether enjoyed with coffee or shared at family events, each bite is a reminder of cozy moments spent in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (light)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (sifted)
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup toasted pecans (chopped)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-4 minutes).
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in toasted pecans.
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto prepared baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes until golden around the edges but soft in the center. Let cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - Toast your pecans before adding them to enhance their flavor. - Experiment with different nuts or chocolate chips for added variety. - For thicker cookies that hold their shape, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
