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Butter Pecan Cookies

Deliciously rich and buttery cookies with toasted pecans, offering a perfect balance of crispy and chewy textures.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Should be at room temperature for best results.
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed Can substitute with coconut sugar if desired.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances the overall aroma and flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans Can be toasted to enhance flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter and sugar mixture, blending until well combined.
  6. Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
  7. Scoop the dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  2. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

To maximize freshness, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container with parchment paper between layers.