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Astonishing 10 Pecan Pie Cookies: Pure Joy

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You will make Pecan Pie Cookies, which offer the rich, gooey flavor of traditional pecan pie in a simple, handheld cookie format. This recipe is perfect for holidays and is much easier than baking a full pie.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup pecan halves, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until just combined.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  5. Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  6. For the filling: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the chopped pecans, granulated sugar, corn syrup, and 2 tablespoons of butter. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture simmers, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. Temper the yolk by slowly whisking in about 2 tablespoons of the hot pecan mixture. Then, pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the saucepan and whisk until smooth.
  8. Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the pecan filling onto the center of each cookie dough ball.
  9. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Notes

  • This recipe is Amelia’s plan executed by Jacob’s artistic touch.
  • The cookie base stays soft while the topping sets slightly upon cooling.
  • These cookies are excellent for Thanksgiving gatherings.

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