Description
Butter Pecan Cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich, buttery flavor with the crunchy goodness of toasted pecans. These cookies are soft, chewy, and incredibly satisfying, evoking warm memories of family gatherings. With their irresistible aroma and perfect sweetness, they’re sure to become a favorite in your household. Whip up a batch to share or enjoy them all to yourself!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the egg and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the toasted pecans gently until evenly distributed.
- Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg