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Butter Pecan Cookies

Soft Butter Pecan Cookies Perfect for Holiday Indulgence

Indulge in the chewy, buttery goodness of Butter Pecan Cookies, perfect for festive occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chill Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Can use salted butter; adjust added salt accordingly.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar A key ingredient for achieving the chewiness of Butter Pecan Cookies.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar can be used for varying flavor.
  • 2 Eggs Can use a flax egg for a vegan alternative.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract Almond extract for a different flavor profile.
  • 2.5 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can replace for a gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Powder Nutmeg for a different spice note.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch Essential for achieving the ideal cookie texture.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure both are fresh for best results.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Walnuts or almonds can be used if desired.
  • 1 cup Toffee Bits Can omit or replace with chocolate chips.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cinnamon powder, baking soda, baking powder, and cornstarch. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
  3. Gently fold in chopped pecans and toffee bits into the cookie dough. Don't overwork the dough.
  4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes.
  5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Portion out dough balls and roll them in granulated sugar before placing them on a lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 11-14 minutes or until edges are lightly golden and centers look slightly underbaked.
  7. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to finish cooling.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, ensure butter is at the right temperature and never skip the chilling step for chewy cookies.

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