Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pecan Pie Cookies, a bite-sized treat that captures the essence of classic pecan pie. These cookies feature a buttery base topped with a rich, gooey pecan filling, making them an irresistible choice for holiday gatherings or cozy nights at home. With their simple preparation and mouthwatering taste, they are perfect for sharing with family and friends. Whether you enjoy them as is or add your personal twist with chocolate chips or spices, these cookies will impress everyone at your table.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract.
- Add flour and salt to the wet mixture; stir until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls, placing them on the baking sheet with space in between. Create indents in each ball using your thumb.
- In a separate bowl, mix chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until sticky. Fill each cookie indent with this mixture.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow cooling before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (25g)
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg