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butter pecan cookies

Butter Pecan Cookies Recipe: A Nutty Delight for Your Taste Buds


  • Author: Kai
  • Total Time: 1 hour 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Description

You’re going to love this one—imagine the burst of buttery goodness, the crunch of toasted pecans, and that hint of vanilla that makes these cookies absolutely irresistible; trust me, you need to try this ASAP!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1½ cups chopped pecans (toasted, if desired)

Instructions

  1. Cream the softened butter with both sugars until light and fluffy.
  2. Add the egg and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
  3. Gradually add flour, baking soda, and salt; mix until just combined.
  4. Toast pecans lightly in a dry skillet if desired, then fold into the dough.
  5. Scoop 1½ tablespoons of dough, roll into balls, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Chill the tray in the fridge for at least one hour.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are just set.
  9. Cool on the sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

Chilling the dough is key—don’t skip it! And always toast those pecans for a deep, nutty flavor that takes your cookies over the top.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 95mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

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