Description
These Pecan Pie Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic pecan pie, combining the flavors of a buttery cookie with a gooey, nutty pecan filling. Perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you’re craving a sweet treat!
Ingredients
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Cookies:
- 2 cups all purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 1 tsp. cornstarch
- 1/2 tsp. baking soda
- 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 1 large egg, room temperature
- 1 large egg yolk, room temperature
Pecan Pie Filling:
- 6 Tbsp. unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar, packed
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 cups pecans, chopped
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp. ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp. salt
- flaky sea salt, for finishing
Instructions
- Cookies: Combine the dry ingredients in a large bowl. Cream butter and sugars, then add eggs and vanilla. Gradually mix in dry ingredients. Shape dough into balls, make an indent, and chill.
- Pecan Pie Filling: Cook butter, sugar, maple syrup, and pecans until thickened. Stir in cream, spices, and salt.
- Bake filled cookies, swirl to shape, add more filling on top, and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Cool on sheet before transferring to wire rack to set. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can make the cookie dough and pecan pie filling ahead of time and assemble before baking.
- Adjust the spices in the pecan pie filling to suit your taste preferences.
- Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Pecan Pie Cookies, Pecan Cookies, Holiday Cookies, Dessert Recipe
