Buttery Pecan Cookies Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup (230g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups (180g) chopped pecans (lightly toasted for best flavor)
Instructions
- Prep the oven and pan
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar
- In a large mixing bowl, beat butter and sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
- Add egg and vanilla
- Mix in the egg until well combined, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Mix dry ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine and fold
- Gradually mix dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
- Shape the cookies
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of dough for each cookie.
- Roll lightly into balls, place on baking sheet, and flatten slightly with your hand for that classic “formation” look.
- Bake
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
- Let cookies cool on the sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Formation Tips
- Uniform size makes them bake evenly. Use a cookie scoop.
- Toasted pecans give extra crunch and nutty flavor.
- For a rustic look, press a few extra pecan pieces on top before baking.
Benefits
- Pecans are rich in healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants — good for heart health.
- Butter gives energy and a satisfying texture.
- Homemade means no preservatives or artificial flavors.
- Mood booster — baking cookies releases stress and makes your home smell amazing.
Conclusion
These buttery pecan cookies are soft, nutty, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Whether enjoyed with coffee in the morning or as a cozy midnight snack, they’re the kind of treat that wins hearts. Make them once, and they’ll likely become your go-to nutty cookie recipe.