Description
Indulge in the rich, nutty goodness of our Pecan Cookie recipe. Crispy edges and a chewy center — these cookies are pure perfection!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat the eggs into the creamed butter mixture one at a time, then stir in the extract.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually beat the dry ingredients into the creamed mixture.
- Add Pecans: Stir in chopped pecans (and chocolate chips if using).
- Shape Cookies: Drop rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned and the cookies are slightly golden.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Notes
- Substitutions: You can substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds. For a healthier version, use whole wheat flour instead of all-purpose flour.
- Variations: Add cinnamon or nutmeg for a spiced flavor. You can also include dried fruit like cranberries or raisins.
- Freezing: You can freeze the dough for up to 3 months. Shape the dough into balls, freeze on a baking sheet, and then transfer to a freezer bag.
- Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- Reheating: If you prefer warm cookies, reheat them in the microwave for a few seconds or in a warm oven for a few minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 172
- Sugar: 8.4 g
- Sodium: 107.9 mg
- Fat: 10.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 5.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17.7 g
- Fiber: 0.6 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 32.1 mg