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Pecan Pie Cookies Recipe

Pecan Pie Cookies Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: About 24 cookies
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Pecan Pie Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic pecan pie, featuring a buttery cookie base filled with a sweet and nutty pecan mixture. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy fall baking!


Ingredients

Cookies:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Pecan Filling:

  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • 3/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon


Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare baking sheets: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter and sugars: In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients.
  5. Form and fill cookies: Roll dough into balls, place on baking sheets, make an indentation, and fill with pecan mixture.
  6. Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes until golden.
  7. Cool and enjoy: Let cool on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

  • You can substitute maple syrup for corn syrup for a deeper flavor.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.