Natchez Cookies
Indulge in the Southern charm of Natchez Cookies—a chewy, buttery delight with a rich balance of textures and flavors. These crowd-pleasing cookies combine the nutty crunch of chopped pecans with a perfectly soft, golden-brown base, made from a harmonious blend of brown sugar, granulated sugar, and creamy unsalted butter. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a short burst in the oven, they’re an easy yet irresistible treat for any occasion. Perfect for holiday gatherings, potlucks, or a comforting homemade snack, Natchez Cookies embody the warmth of Southern baking. Serve them fresh from the oven or store them in an airtight container to savor their sweet charm throughout the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup, packed light brown sugar
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 unit large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chopped pecans
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 unsalted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Using a tablespoon or cookie scoop, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden but the centers are still slightly soft.
Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to 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 |
3701 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.7 g | 237% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.1 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 434 mg | 145% | |
| Sodium | 2581 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 500.2 g | 182% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 306.3 g | ||
| Protein | 42.3 g | 85% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1082 mg | 23% | |
*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.
