Pecan Pie Cookies Delight (Print Format)
Buttery cookies with a rich pecan filling offering great texture and sweet flavor.
# Ingredients:
→ Cookie Dough
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¾ cup unsalted butter, room temperature
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1 cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon baking powder
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¼ teaspoon salt
→ Filling
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1 cup chopped pecans
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½ cup light brown sugar, firmly packed
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¼ cup heavy whipping cream
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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Pinch of ginger, cinnamon, and/or cloves (optional)
# Steps:
01 -
Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
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Beat butter and light brown sugar together until light and fluffy.
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Add the egg and vanilla extract, continuing to beat until fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
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Add baking powder, salt, and all-purpose flour. Beat until evenly combined and the dough is uniform in texture. Set aside.
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In a separate bowl, combine chopped pecans, light brown sugar, and optional spices. Stir in heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract until well blended.
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Roll dough into 1.25-inch diameter balls and space about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
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Gently press the center of each dough ball with your thumb to form a shallow indentation, slightly stretching it outward.
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Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of pecan filling into each indentation.
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Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until edges are lightly browned.
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Allow cookies to cool on baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
# Tips:
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For traditional flavor, use a pinch of ginger, cinnamon, and cloves in the filling.