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Pecan Pie Cookies

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Pecan Pie Cookies combine the rich flavors of pecan pie into a cookie form, perfect for holiday gatherings or as a sweet snack at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is softened but not melted for best texture.
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Can be substituted with a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 cup pecans, chopped Feel free to adjust the amount according to your taste.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Reduce if using salted butter.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 large egg

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until smooth.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
  5. Stir in the chopped pecans.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden.
  8. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for about a week. For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a freezer-safe bag after cooling completely. These cookies can be served warm or at room temperature and pair well with vanilla ice cream.
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