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Butter Pecan Cookies

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Butter Pecan Cookies for Sweet Moments

These Butter Pecan Cookies are a melt-in-your-mouth delight, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Cooling Time 3 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Use a high-quality flour for a tender texture.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup unsalted butter (softened) Ensure it's at room temperature.
  • 3/4 cup light brown sugar (packed) Adds sweetness and caramel undertones.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Can be swapped with a sugar substitute.
  • 2 large eggs (room temperature) Use the freshest eggs.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Opt for high-quality for fragrance.
For the Pecan Addition
  • 1 cup pecan halves (toasted and coarsely chopped) Adds crunchy texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon Optional but provides warmth.
  • 1 teaspoon butter-flavoring Optional for extra buttery depth.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Hand Mixer
  • Baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Cookie Scoop
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add eggs one at a time and mix well after each addition, then add vanilla extract and butter-flavoring.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing gently.
  5. Fold in toasted pecans to the dough.
  6. Use a cookie scoop to drop dough onto baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 12-14 minutes until edges are light golden brown. Allow cooling for 3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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