Description
Delicious butter pecan cookies with a rich flavor and crunchy texture.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup pecans, chopped (toasted for added flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional for added warmth)
- 1/2 cup white chocolate chips (optional for sweetness)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Stir until blended.
- Fold in the chopped pecans, ground cinnamon, and white chocolate chips if using.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Toasting pecans enhances their flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Butter Pecan Cookies, cookies, dessert, baking