Description
Butter Pecan Cookies are a nostalgic treat that perfectly combine buttery goodness with the delightful crunch of toasted pecans. With a rich flavor and a soft, chewy texture, these cookies evoke fond childhood memories while filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Ideal for any occasion, whether it’s family gatherings or a simple weeknight indulgence, these cookies are sure to be a hit!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (light)
- 1 large egg
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup pecans (toasted and chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg until fully incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in the toasted pecans gently.
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about two inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg