Pecan Pie Cookies
Turn your favorite holiday pie into a delightful handheld treat with these irresistible Pecan Pie Cookies! Combining the warm, nutty flavors of a classic pecan pie with the soft, buttery texture of a cookie, this recipe is a must-try for any dessert lover. Each cookie features a tender sugar cookie base filled with a rich, caramelized pecan filling made from brown sugar, corn syrup, and toasted pecans. Ready in just 30 minutes, these bite-sized desserts are perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or as an everyday indulgence. Whether you're a fan of traditional pecan pie or just love unique cookie recipes, these Pecan Pie Cookies are bound to become your new go-to holiday favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Pecans, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Corn syrup (light or dark)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for filling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, beat 1/2 cup of unsalted butter with 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup brown sugar until creamy and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 large egg to the butter mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and a dough forms.
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, press a small indent into the center of each cookie to create a well for the filling.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 tablespoons of butter, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup corn syrup. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 cup of finely chopped pecans. Let the mixture cool for 1-2 minutes, then spoon about 1 teaspoon of the pecan filling into each cookie indent.
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve and enjoy your Pecan Pie Cookies as a sweet treat or holiday favorite!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2847 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 161.2 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.8 g | 259% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 1184 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 336.0 g | 122% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 185.1 g | ||
| Protein | 36.2 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.7 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 798 mg | 17% | |
*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.
