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Pecan Pie Cookies

These cookies combine the flavors of pecan pie with a gooey caramel center for a delightful treat.

  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 cup caramel bits or chopped caramels

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
  6. Fold in chopped pecans and caramel bits.
  7. Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra gooeyness, press a few extra caramel bits into the tops of the cookies before baking. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

  • Author: Chef Sally
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Dessert
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Fat: 9g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Protein: 2g