How to Make Crunchy Pecan Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's just something about the combination of crunchy and buttery that makes pecan cookies so irresistible. These delectable treats are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering with friends or a special holiday celebration. The rich and toasty flavor of pecans combined with the sweet and crunchy texture of the cookie dough creates a dessert that is both comforting and indulgent.

These crunchy pecan cookies are easy to make and require just a few simple ingredients. ...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon pecan oil, optional
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 48
  • Yield: 48 cookies

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Combine butter, brown sugar, and sugar in a bowl and beat with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Add in eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add vanilla extract and pecan oil and beat until well combined.
  • Combine flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Add the flour mixture to the bowl in 3 additions. Stir in pecans. Use a small cookie scoop to drop portions of dough 3 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet. These cookies spread.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Increase heat to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and bake until edges turn golden, about 5 minutes more. Let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to racks to cool completely.
  • Nutrition

    107 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 21mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 9g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Calcium: 14mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 26mg