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Butter Pecan Cookies

Irresistible Butter Pecan Cookies for Cozy Moments

Delight in these Butter Pecan Cookies, combining rich butter and toasted pecans for a warm and inviting treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 58 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies
  • 1 cup Melted Butter Allow to cool slightly
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 3/4 cup Brown Sugar Dark brown preferred
  • 2 large Large Eggs Use room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure for best results
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Measure accurately
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon Powder Optional
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Ensure freshness
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure freshness
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans Can substitute with walnuts or almonds
  • 1/2 cup Toffee Bits Optional
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar For rolling

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Electric mixer
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream the melted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
  2. Incorporate eggs one at a time and add vanilla extract, mixing well until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, cornstarch, baking soda, and baking powder. Gradually mix into wet ingredients.
  4. Fold in chopped pecans and optional toffee bits.
  5. Chill the dough for 30-45 minutes to firm up.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare baking sheet with parchment paper.
  7. Shape the dough into balls and roll in granulated sugar if desired.
  8. Bake for 11-14 minutes until edges are golden and centers look slightly puffy.
  9. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, chill the dough and watch the baking time closely to ensure perfect cookies.

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