Description
Indulge in the delightful world of Easy Butter Pecan Cookies, a simple yet satisfying treat that is perfect for any occasion. These cookies boast a heavenly combination of soft, chewy centers and rich toasted pecans, delivering a melt-in-your-mouth experience with every bite.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups chopped pecans, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just mixed; avoid overmixing.
- Gently fold in the toasted pecans.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool slightly on the baking sheet before transferring to 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: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg