Butter & Pecan Cookies

Butter & Pecan Cookies

INTRODUCTION

These Butter & Pecan Cookies are soft, buttery, and absolutely loaded with nutty crunch in every bite. They’re the kind of cookies that melt in your mouth, with crisp edges and a tender, chewy center. The brown sugar gives them a deep caramel note, while the pecans provide a roasted richness that makes these cookies unforgettable. Whether you’re baking for the holidays, gifting, or simply satisfying a sweet craving, this recipe delivers homemade goodness in every golden bite.

YOU WILL NEED

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup packed brown sugar

• ½ cup granulated sugar

• 2 large eggs

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• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking soda

• ½ tsp salt

• 1 ½ cups chopped pecans (plus extra pecan halves for topping)

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INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Cream the Butter and Sugars
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).

Step 2: Add Wet Ingredients
Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each. Stir in vanilla extract.

Step 3: Combine Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

Step 4: Add Pecans
Fold in the chopped pecans. Cover the dough and chill for 30 minutes if you want slightly thicker cookies.

Step 5: Shape & Decorate
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Scoop dough into balls and place them on the sheet about 2 inches apart. Press a pecan half into the center of each cookie for decoration.

Step 6: Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are golden and the centers are set. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

CLOSING

These Butter & Pecan Cookies are cozy, classic, and full of homemade charm. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and nutty crunch, they’re sure to become a family favorite. Serve them with a cup of coffee, wrap them up as a thoughtful gift, or enjoy them fresh from the oven — just be ready for them to disappear fast! 🧈🌰🍪