Here’s a delightful Butter Pecan Cookies recipe that combines the rich flavors of butter and toasted pecans for a delicious treat!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup pecans, chopped and toasted
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Pecan:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Spread the chopped pecans on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for about 5–7 minutes, or until they are golden and fragrant. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning. Remove and let them cool.
2. Make the Cookie Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 3–4 minutes).
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the toasted pecans.
3. Bake the Cookies:
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, leaving enough space between each cookie to allow for spreading.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers may look slightly underbaked; they will firm up as they cool.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
4. Serve:
- Enjoy your Butter Pecan Cookies warm or at room temperature! They pair wonderfully with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.
Enjoy baking these delicious cookies!
