Ingredients for Pecan Chews
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 ½ cups packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pecans
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
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How to Make Pecan Chews
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C), placing the rack in the middle position.
- Melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
- Add 1 ½ cups packed light brown sugar to the melted butter.
- Mix well and let cool slightly.
- Add 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Add ½ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup pecan halves.
- Mix thoroughly.
- Gradually add 2 cups all-purpose flour, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Form the dough into walnut-sized balls.
- Place 12 balls on a greased baking sheet.
- Press down gently on each ball using a Pam-sprayed spatula.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 1 minute before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Enjoy your delicious Pecan Chews!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
72g
Fat
19g
Carbs
9g
