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Pecan Pie Cookies

Decadent Pecan Pie Cookies That Will Melt in Your Mouth

Delight in Pecan Pie Cookies, a rich blend of pecan pie and cookie textures that satisfy sweet cravings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookies
Course: Christmas Cookies
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough
  • 1 cup softened butter adds a rich creaminess for a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
  • 1 cup brown sugar provides deep caramel notes, enhancing the overall flavor.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar balances sweetness in the cookie dough.
  • 2 large eggs binds ingredients together and adds moisture.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract imparts a warm, aromatic flavor that elevates the cookies.
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour gives structure while keeping the cookies soft.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda ensures cookies rise beautifully for a perfect texture.
  • ½ teaspoon salt enhances all the flavors while keeping sweetness in check.
Pecan Filling
  • 1 cup chopped pecans brings that signature nutty crunch associated with pecan pie.
  • 1 cup corn syrup adds sweetness and helps create a gooey, decadent filling.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar sweetens the filling while balancing the richness of the cookies.
  • 2 large eggs provides a custardy texture in the filling.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds an extra layer of flavor, making it irresistible.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt balances sweetness and enhances all the filling's elements.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • hand mixer
  • spatula
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of softened butter, 1 cup of brown sugar, and ½ cup of granulated sugar. Cream until smooth and light in color, about 3-5 minutes.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and mix until well blended.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together 3 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking soda, and ½ teaspoon of salt. Gradually mix this dry mixture into the creamed ingredients.
  5. Fold in 1 cup of chopped pecans gently.
  6. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup of corn syrup, 1 cup of granulated sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and ¼ teaspoon of salt until smooth.
  7. Scoop rounded spoonfuls of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Create a small well in the center of each cookie dough mound.
  9. Spoon the pecan filling into each well.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges turn golden brown and the centers remain soft.
  11. Cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure your butter is softened, not melted, and avoid overmixing the dough to maintain the cookies' softness.

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