Butter Pecan Cookies Delight
Butter Pecan Cookies Delight combines rich toasted pecans with sweet, buttery cookies for a mouth-watering treat perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 200kcal
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour Provides a light and tender crumb.
- 1/2 tsp baking soda Helps the cookies rise.
- 1/2 tsp salt Enhances sweetness and balances flavors.
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature Ensures a creamy batter.
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness.
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar Imparts caramel-like flavor.
- 2 large eggs Essential for binding.
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract Adds aromatic warmth.
Main Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans, toasted Provides crunch and nutty essence.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast the chopped pecans on a baking sheet for 6–8 minutes until fragrant. Let them cool.
Mixing Dry Ingredients
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
Creaming
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the room temperature butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer for about 3 minutes until creamy and fluffy.
Adding Eggs and Vanilla
- Add eggs one at a time to the butter and sugar mixture, beating well after each. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combining Mixtures
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mix until just combined; do not overmix.
Adding Pecans
- Gently fold in the cooled, toasted pecans.
Chilling Dough
- Scoop dough into 1.5 tablespoon-sized balls and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
Baking
- Bake chilled cookies on a lined baking tray for 10–12 minutes until the edges are golden.
Cooling
- Let cookies rest for 5 minutes on the baking tray before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For deeper flavor, consider browning the butter. Optional extras like chocolate or butterscotch chips can also be added. Always toast pecans for best flavor.