Description
Delight your taste buds with these Pecan Pie Cookies that offer all the flavors of a classic pecan pie in a handheld treat. Buttery, nutty, and sweet, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
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Dough:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Filling:
- 2/3 cup chopped pecans
- 1/3 cup corn syrup (light or dark)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for filling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and 1/2 cup brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Shape and fill: Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. Press a thumbprint into the center of each ball to create a small well. Make the filling by mixing together the chopped pecans, corn syrup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Spoon the filling into each well.
- Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Cool and enjoy: Let cool on the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Toasting the pecans before mixing adds extra flavor.
- These cookies store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days and freeze beautifully.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
