09/22/2026
Butter Pecan Cookies
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup 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
- 1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually blend the dry ingredients into the butter mixture.
5. Fold in the chopped pecans evenly throughout the dough.
6. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets about 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft.
8. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks to cool completely.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 27 minutes
Kcal: 180 kcal | Servings: 24 cookies
Tips:
Use toasted pecans to enhance the nutty flavor in your cookies.
Chill the dough for 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading and maintain a chewy texture.