Butter Pecan Cookies
These Butter Pecan Cookies are rich, buttery treats featuring crunchy pecans that bring a delightful texture and flavor. Perfect for holiday gatherings or just a cozy afternoon snack, these cookies are easy to make and sure to please!
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 cookie scoop or spoon
- 1 cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pecans, chopped Feel free to toast the pecans beforehand for an enhanced nutty flavor.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans with a spatula or wooden spoon.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop rounded tablespoons of the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.
Notes
Feel free to toast the pecans beforehand for an enhanced nutty flavor.
For a sweeter touch, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.