Butter Pecan Cookies

These classic Butter Pecan Cookies, packed with rich, nutty flavors and a buttery texture that melts in your mouth. These delightful treats are perfect for any occasion—whether you’re baking for a gathering or simply treating yourself. The buttery pecans add a wonderful crunch, and the golden cookies are sure to be a hit.

Ingredients:

1 cup pecans, chopped
7 tbsp unsalted butter
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 cup brown sugar
2 eggs
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
A pinch of salt
Pecan halves (for topping each cookie)

Directions:

Step 1: Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and to ensure even baking.

Step 2: Cream the butter and sugars
Using an electric mixer, beat together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and creamy. This step is key to creating a smooth and rich texture for your cookies.

Step 3: Add the wet ingredients
Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until fully incorporated, about 2 minutes. This will give the cookies their moistness and depth of flavor.

Step 4: Mix in the dry ingredients
Gradually add flour, baking soda, and a pinch of salt to the wet mixture. Mix just until the dough comes together—don’t overmix, as you want the cookies to stay tender and soft.

Step 5: Scoop and shape
Using a medium cookie scoop, form the dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets. Be sure to space them about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading. Gently press a pecan half onto the top of each cookie for a decorative finish.

Step 6: Bake to perfection
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until they are a beautiful golden brown around the edges. The centers may still look slightly soft—that’s perfect for a chewy cookie.

Step 7: Cool and enjoy
Once baked, transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. This will help them set and develop that ideal crispy yet chewy texture.

With every bite, these Butter Pecan Cookies offer a delicious balance of crunchy pecans, buttery richness, and a sweet, caramel-like flavor from the sugars.