Pecan Pie Cookies Delight: An Easy Dessert Recipe
Pecan Pie Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional pecan pie, combining the rich flavors of pecans and caramel in a cookie form. They are perfect for dessert or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup pecans finely chopped
- ¼ cup light corn syrup
- 1 large egg at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, sea salt, and baking soda.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined.
- Fold in the corn syrup and chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
- Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Dust with powdered sugar for an elegant presentation.