Irresistible Pecan Pie Cookies
These delightful cookies combine the iconic flavors of classic pecan pie in a convenient cookie format, featuring a rich buttery base and a gooey pecan filling.
Ingredients
Cookie Base
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Pecan Pie Filling
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add in the egg and vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until the dough starts to come together.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and space them 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Gently press your thumb into the center of each cookie to create an indentation.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract to make the pecan pie filling.
- Stir in chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the filling into the center of each cookie.
Baking
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Chill the dough for about 30 minutes for best results. Try adding spices like cinnamon or nutmeg, or even chocolate chips for extra flavor. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.