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Butter Pecan Cookies Recipe for the Best Crunchy Treat

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These butter pecan cookies are perfectly crunchy and buttery, with a balance of sweet and savory flavors that melt in your mouth. They are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (226 grams) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup (200 grams) packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups (240 grams) all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (120 grams) pecans, chopped and toasted

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them.
  2. Spread the chopped pecans onto a baking sheet and roast them in the preheated oven for 5-7 minutes, until they’re fragrant. Let them cool before incorporating them into the dough.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with the brown sugar and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This takes about 2-3 minutes with an electric mixer.
  4. Mix in the egg and vanilla extract until fully combined. The mixture should look creamy and smooth.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt.
  6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Overmixing can lead to dense cookies, so stop as soon as the flour disappears.
  7. Gently incorporate the cooled pecans into the dough using a spatula, ensuring they’re evenly distributed.
  8. Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers may look slightly underdone, but they’ll set as they cool.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

[‘Toast the pecans before adding them to the dough to enhance their nutty flavor.’, ‘Use room temperature ingredients for better texture.’, ‘Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking for thicker cookies.’, ‘Remove cookies from the oven when edges are golden but centers are slightly soft; they will firm up as they cool.’]

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