Easy Butter Pecan Cookies

Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth flavor of Easy Butter Pecan Cookies, a perfect treat for pecan lovers! This simple yet irresistible recipe combines the rich creaminess of buttery dough with the nutty crunch of toasted pecans to create a cookie that’s crisp on the edges and soft in the center. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these homemade delights are quick to whip up and guaranteed to impress. The golden pecans, toasted to perfection, elevate each bite with a warm, toasty flavor that pairs seamlessly with the sweetness of brown sugar and a hint of vanilla. Perfect for everything from holiday cookie trays to everyday snacking, these cookies are easy to make and utterly delicious. Store them for up to five days, or freeze for a make-ahead dessert everyone will adore. Ideal keywords: butter pecan cookies, easy cookie recipe, toasted pecan cookies, homemade cookies.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 170 grams Unsalted butter
• 200 grams Brown sugar, packed
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 large Egg
• 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 230 grams All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 120 grams Chopped pecans

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

Spread the chopped pecans evenly on a baking sheet. Toast them in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, stirring halfway, until lightly golden and fragrant. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Beat until well combined.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.

Step 6

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Mix just until incorporated, avoiding overmixing.

Step 7

Fold in the toasted pecans using a spatula or spoon to evenly distribute them throughout the cookie dough.

Step 8

Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the centers look just set. Do not overbake.

Step 10

Remove the baking sheets from the oven and let the cookies cool on the sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze them for longer storage. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	837.6 grams (837.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3972

Total Fat 242.10g	310%
Saturated Fat 95.00g	475%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 596mg	199%
Sodium 2003mg	87%
Total Carbohydrate 439.50g	160%
Dietary Fiber 17.70g	63%
Total Sugars 250.10g
Protein 42.80g	86%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 345mg	27%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 1124mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.0%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 42.8%