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Pecan Cookies

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These pecan cookies are rich, buttery bites with a nutty crunch, perfect for holiday cookie swaps and casual coffee breaks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups light or dark brown sugar, lightly packed
  • 1 cup salted butter, at room temperature
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups pecan halves

Instructions

  1. Cream sugar, butter, and vanilla until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
  2. Add the eggs and beat on low speed until just combined.
  3. Combine dry ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk until evenly distributed.
  4. Mix the dry mixture into the wet mixture on low speed until just incorporated.
  5. Fold in the pecans until evenly dispersed.
  6. Chill the dough covered in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line cookie sheets with parchment paper.
  8. Portion the dough into 1.25-inch balls and drop onto the cookie sheet.
  9. Bake for 8 minutes or until the edges are slightly golden brown.
  10. Finish by optionally sprinkling with sea salt immediately after removing from oven.

Notes

Use room temperature butter for easy whipping. Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.

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