Butter Pecan Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treat for Home Bakers
Indulge in the rich and buttery flavor of these homemade butter pecan cookies, the perfect treat for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups pecans, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
- Combine the flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Drop by rounded tablespoon onto ungreased cookie sheets.
- Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges are golden.
- Let cool on wire racks.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the dough.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Butter Pecan Cookies, Cookies, Home Baking, Indulgent Treats