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