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Butter Pecan Cookies

Soft & Chewy Butter Pecan Cookies for Cozy Fall Days

Delightful Butter Pecan Cookies that are soft and chewy, perfect for fall gatherings and cozy days.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 57 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted and cooled
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 te teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup pecans toasted and chopped
  • 1 cup toffee bits optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • cookie scoop
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by melting the unsalted butter in a saucepan over low heat until it is completely liquid, then allow it to cool slightly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar and brown sugar using a whisk or a spatula until well blended.
  3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the sugar mixture, beating the ingredients together until smooth and creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, cornstarch, baking soda, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to your wet ingredients, mixing gently until just incorporated.
  6. Fold in the toasted pecans and the optional toffee bits with a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
  7. For thicker cookies, chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  8. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to preheat thoroughly.
  9. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, drop heaping tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about two inches apart.
  10. Bake in your preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  11. Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Optional tips include toasting pecans for enhanced flavor and chilling dough for thicker cookies.

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