Pecan Cookies Recipe
Ingredients:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
Whole pecan halves for topping each cookie
Instructions:
Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Cream Butter and Sugars:
In a large bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients:
In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Fold in the chopped pecans.
Shape Cookies:
Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Press a pecan half into the top of each dough ball gently.
Bake:
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve or Store:
Serve the cookies once they are completely cool or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
These pecan cookies are a delightful treat, with the rich flavor of pecans complemented by the sweet and buttery cookie base.
They’re sure to be a hit whether you’re enjoying them at home or sharing them at a gathering! If you need any more recipes or have specific dietary preferences, feel free to ask.
Enjoy baking!