Description
Indulge in the flavors of pecan pie in a bite-sized cookie form with these delicious Pecan Pie Cookies. These treats are perfect for holiday gatherings or a sweet snack any time of the year.
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup finely chopped pecans
Filling:
- 1/4 cup corn syrup (light or dark)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (for filling)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream together the butter and 1/2 cup brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until a soft dough forms.
- Form cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart. Make an indentation in the center of each ball.
- Prepare filling: In a small bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, corn syrup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Spoon the pecan filling into each indentation.
- Bake: Bake for 12–14 minutes or until the edges are golden. Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- For a richer flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the filling.
- Drizzle cooled cookies with melted chocolate for a decorative touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
