Pecan Cookies Recipe

Pecan Cookies Recipe

Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup packed brown sugar

1 large egg

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 cup chopped pecans

Whole pecan halves for topping each cookie

Instructions:

Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Cream Butter and Sugars:

In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.

Combine Dry Ingredients:

In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Fold in the chopped pecans.

Shape Cookies:

Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Press a pecan half into the top of each dough ball gently.

Bake:

Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Serve or Store:

Serve the cookies once they are completely cool or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

These pecan cookies are a delightful treat, with the rich flavor of pecans complemented by the sweet and buttery cookie base.

They’re sure to be a hit whether you’re enjoying them at home or sharing them at a gathering! If you need any more recipes or have specific dietary preferences, feel free to ask.

Enjoy baking!