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Best and Easy Pecan Cookies

These Pecan Cookies are buttery, nutty, and absolutely delightful. Perfectly crisp on the edges and chewy in the center, they are studded with crunchy pecans for the ultimate cookie experience. Whether you're baking for a holiday, a family gathering, or a simple treat for yourself, these cookies are sure to impress with their simplicity and delicious flavor.

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Hand or stand mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Cookie scoop or spoon
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven:
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Cream Butter and Sugars:
  • In a large mixing bowl, use a hand or stand mixer to cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  • Add Eggs and Vanilla:
  • Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients:
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in Pecans:
  • Gently fold in the chopped pecans, ensuring they’re evenly distributed throughout the dough.
  • Scoop and Shape:
  • Use a cookie scoop or spoon to drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  • Bake:
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the centers are slightly soft.
  • Cool:
  • Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack to cool completely.