Easy Butter Pecan Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Easy Butter Pecan Cookies. This simple yet scrumptious recipe combines the rich, buttery goodness of freshly baked cookies with the irresistible crunch of toasted pecans. Perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or as thoughtful gifts, these cookies are sure to become a favorite in your household. The warm aroma filling your kitchen will make everyone feel right at home. Plus, they’re easy to make ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy fresh-baked treats whenever a craving strikes!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: About 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 chopped pecans, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract; mix well.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet ingredients until just mixed.
- Gently fold in toasted pecans.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a lined baking sheet spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg