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Pecan Pie Cookies

A stack of five freshly baked pecan pie cookies, topped with pecans and sparkling sugar.
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Enjoy the classic taste of pecan pie in a portable, shareable cookie format. These cookies feature a gooey pecan filling and a sturdy cookie base, perfect for holiday baking and shipping.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Stir in the chopped pecans.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart. Use your thumb to make a slight indentation in the center of each cookie.
  8. In a small saucepan, combine the corn syrup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 2 tablespoons butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring, until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  9. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the pecan filling into the indentation of each cookie.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the filling is set.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • For best results, ensure your butter is truly softened, not melted.
  • These cookies ship well, making them ideal for cookie exchanges or gifts.
  • If you prefer a slightly chewier cookie, reduce the baking time by 1-2 minutes.
  • Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

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