Pecan Butter Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible taste of our Pecan Butter Cookies! These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are sweet, buttery, and brimming with the rich flavor of pecans. Perfect with a hot cup of jasmine tea or a cold glass of milk, these cookies are the ultimate comfort treat. Easy to make and guaranteed to impress, this recipe is a must-try for both beginner and experienced bakers.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 226.2 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Pecan Butter Cookies

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How to Make Pecan Butter Cookies

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 ½ cups granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 1 cup chopped pecans.
  7. Drop by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each cookie.
  8. Bake for 11-14 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

36g

Fat

35g

Carbs

6g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pecan Butter Cookies?

Pecan Butter Cookies takes about 37 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 22 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pecan Butter Cookies?

Pecan Butter Cookies has approximately 226.2 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 23 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pecan Butter Cookies?

The key ingredients for Pecan Butter Cookies are Unsalted Butter, Light Brown Sugar, Eggs, Vanilla Extract, All Purpose Flour, Baking Soda. See the full list with measurements above.

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