Description
Pecan Pie Cookies are the perfect blend of a buttery cookie base and a rich, gooey pecan filling, offering a delightful twist on the classic pecan pie. These easy-to-make cookies are ideal for holiday gatherings or as a sweet afternoon snack. With just 30 minutes from start to finish, they will impress family and friends alike. Using simple pantry ingredients, this recipe is accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Whether enjoyed with coffee or served warm with ice cream, these cookies make every occasion sweeter.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup chopped pecans
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until fluffy. Add the egg yolk and vanilla; mix well.
- Stir in flour and salt until just combined; the dough should be crumbly but hold together when pressed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll them into balls, and place them on the baking sheet two inches apart. Create an indentation in each ball.
- In another bowl, mix chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt until sticky.
- Spoon filling into each cookie indentation generously.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden. Let cool on the baking sheet briefly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (28g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg