Description
These Butter Pecan Cookies are soft, chewy, and packed with buttery richness and crunchy pecans. A perfect homemade treat for holidays, potlucks, or whenever you need a cozy, crowd-pleasing dessert.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
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Beat in the egg and vanilla extract.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
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Fold in the chopped pecans.
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Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
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Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
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Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
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Toast the pecans for an even deeper nutty flavor.
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For extra richness, you can brown the butter before mixing.
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Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
