Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Easy Butter Pecan Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. These cookies boast a soft and chewy texture with a rich buttery flavor, enhanced by the nuttiness of toasted pecans. Whether you’re celebrating the holidays, enjoying a casual gathering, or simply treating yourself to something sweet at home, these cookies are sure to impress. Quick and simple to make with just a handful of pantry staples, they are ideal for baking with family or gifting to friends. Follow this easy guide to create irresistibly delicious butter pecan cookies that will become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 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 softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in toasted pecans until evenly distributed.
- Drop tablespoon-sized balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden; cool on the sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg