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Soft & Chewy Butter Pecan Cookies

Soft & Chewy Butter Pecan Cookies to Brighten Your Fall

Delight in soft & chewy butter pecan cookies, infused with toasted pecans and toffee bits, perfect for fall baking.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter melted and slightly cooled
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar can be reduced for less sweetness
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar light or dark
  • 2 large Large Eggs room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract use pure for best taste
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour avoid overmeasuring
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Powder adjust or omit based on preference
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch optional
  • 1 te teaspoon Baking Soda ensure it’s fresh
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder could be omitted if using baking soda only
For the Mix-Ins
  • 1 cup Pecans (toasted) can swap with walnuts or almonds
  • 1/2 cup Toffee Bits optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • cookie scoop
  • baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar, beating until smooth.
  3. Add the large eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cinnamon powder, cornstarch, baking soda, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Gently fold in the toasted pecans and optional toffee bits into the cookie dough.
  7. Using a cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of cookie dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing at least two inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden and centers remain soft.
  9. Let cookies cool for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, chill cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

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