Description
Deliciously rich and nutty butter pecan cookies with a perfect crisp texture.
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture, mixing well.
- Fold in chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto prepared baking sheets, spacing about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are golden brown. Let cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring to wire racks.
Notes
You can customize the seasonings to taste.