Easy Butter Pecan Cookies
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Easy Butter Pecan Cookies, a delightful treat that promises to brighten any occasion. These cookies boast a soft, chewy center enriched with rich buttery flavor and toasted pecans, making them an irresistible addition to your dessert table. Perfect for both busy weeknights and festive gatherings, this recipe is incredibly straightforward—requiring only basic pantry staples and minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups toasted pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to wet mixture without overmixing.
- Fold in the toasted pecans gently.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden; centers may look slightly underbaked.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg