Chocolate Chunk Cookies with Pecans Dried Apricots
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet, nutty, and fruity with these Chocolate Chunk Cookies with Pecans and Dried Apricots. This recipe takes classic chocolate chip cookies to the next level by incorporating rich dark chocolate chunks, buttery pecans, and the subtle tang of diced dried apricots for a delightful twist. With a soft, chewy interior and golden, crispy edges, these cookies are easy to make in just 20 minutes of prep time and bake to perfection in under 15 minutes. Perfect for entertaining or a comforting treat at home, these cookies are a crowd-pleaser that brings together unexpected flavors for a gourmet dessert experience. Plus, they stay fresh for days, making them an excellent choice for snacking or gifting.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup White granulated sugar
- 2 Large eggs
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1.5 cups Dark chocolate chunks
- 1 cup Pecans, chopped
- 0.75 cup Dried apricots, diced
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Then mix in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined.
Fold in the dark chocolate chunks, chopped pecans, and diced dried apricots until evenly distributed in the dough.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden, but the centers are still soft.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6074 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 301.2 g | 386% | |
| Saturated Fat | 135.1 g | 676% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 1558 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 787.3 g | 286% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 52.9 g | 189% | |
| Total Sugars | 479.0 g | ||
| Protein | 76.4 g | 153% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 646 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 63.8 mg | 354% | |
| Potassium | 5024 mg | 107% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
