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Easy Butter Pecan Cookies: A Simple Guide for Delicious Results

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These easy butter pecan cookies feature soft, chewy centers filled with rich, toasted pecans and buttery goodness. With simple pantry staples and a straightforward method, these cookies deliver a satisfying bite that’s perfect for any occasion, from holiday parties to casual afternoons. Toasting the pecans elevates the flavor, while carefully creaming the butter and sugars ensures a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups chopped pecans, toasted

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add vanilla extract and mix well.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.

Fold in the toasted chopped pecans.

Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Use quality vanilla extract for the best flavor.

  • Do not overmix after adding flour to maintain tenderness.

  • Toasting the pecans brings out a deeper, more complex nutty flavor.

  • Slightly underbake for cookies that remain soft and chewy after cooling.

  • Store properly to maintain freshness or freeze for long-term storage.

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