Description
Delight in these Pecan Pie Cookies, a perfect blend of buttery shortbread and rich, gooey caramel pecan filling. Inspired by the classic pecan pie, these cookies are easy to make and ideal for holiday gatherings or any sweet craving.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fillings and Flavorings
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup caramel bits or soft caramel, chopped
- 2 tablespoons corn syrup or honey
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute.
- Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, use a hand mixer or stand mixer to cream the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until fluffy and light in color, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine Dry and Wet: Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing continuously to form a soft cookie dough without overmixing.
- Fold in Fillings: Carefully fold in the chopped pecans, caramel bits, corn syrup (or honey), and ground cinnamon until everything is evenly distributed in the dough.
- Shape Cookies: Using a tablespoon measure, scoop mound-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies about 2 inches apart to allow for spreading.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and cookie centers appear set but still soft.
- Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes to firm up, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For an extra gooey caramel touch, press a few additional caramel bits on top of each cookie before baking.
- These cookies pair wonderfully with a warm cup of coffee or a cold glass of milk.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
