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2 Secret steps for soft butter pecan cookies

butter pecan cookies
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Make the ultimate soft and chewy butter pecan cookies using this tested recipe from Taste Portfolio. We combine brown butter for deep flavor with toasted pecans for the perfect texture. These are an old-fashioned favorite, ready for your next cookie exchange.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Brown the butter in a saucepan over medium heat until nutty solids form at the bottom. Pour into a heat-safe bowl and let cool to room temperature.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the cooled brown butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  6. Fold in the toasted, chopped pecans.
  7. Cover the dough and chill for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  9. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared sheets, spacing them two inches apart.
  10. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are set and the centers still look slightly soft.
  11. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • Toasting the pecans enhances their flavor significantly. You can toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant.
  • Chilling the dough prevents excessive spreading, helping you achieve a soft, thick cookie.
  • For an extra decadent cookie, press a few extra pecan pieces onto the tops of the dough balls before baking.

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