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Butter Pecan Cookies

Soft and Chewy Butter Pecan Cookies for Cozy Nights

Indulge in these Butter Pecan Cookies that are soft and chewy, perfect for holiday gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Chilling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 14 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter melted and warm
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
For the Leavening Agents
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
For the Nutty Crunch
  • 1 cup pecans chopped and toasted
  • ½ cup toffee bits optional

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cream together melted unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  2. Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix on low speed until blended smoothly.
  3. Sift together all-purpose flour, cinnamon powder, baking soda, baking powder, and cornstarch. Gradually add to wet ingredients, stirring gently.
  4. Fold in chopped toasted pecans and optional toffee bits until evenly distributed.
  5. Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for 30–45 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  7. Use a cookie scoop to form balls of dough and place them 2 inches apart on the baking tray.
  8. Bake for 11–14 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  9. Allow cookies to cool on the tray for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

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