Easy Butter Pecan Cookies (Print-Friendly Recipe)

Buttery, nutty cookies with crisp edges and toasted pecan crunch. Perfect for dessert or holiday sharing.

# Ingredients List:

→ Toasted Pecans

01 - 1 1/2 cups pecans, chopped
02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
03 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Cookie Dough

04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
06 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
07 - 2 large eggs, at room temperature
08 - 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
09 - 1 teaspoon baking soda
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

# How to Make It:

01 - Heat a medium skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter and allow it to melt. Stir in the chopped pecans and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 to 7 minutes until pecans are golden and fragrant. Transfer pecans to a plate to cool completely.
02 - In a large bowl, cream 1 cup softened unsalted butter, 1 cup packed light brown sugar, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar with a stand mixer or hand mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Beat in 2 large eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Blend in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract.
04 - In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Gradually add the dry mixture to the creamed butter and sugar mix, blending until just combined.
05 - Gently fold the cooled toasted pecans into the cookie dough until evenly distributed.
06 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper. Scoop the dough into 2-tablespoon portions using a cookie scoop. Place cookies 2 inches apart on prepared sheets. Bake in batches for 11 to 13 minutes, until edges are golden and centers are set.
07 - Allow cookies to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.

# Extra Information:

01 - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
02 - Cookie dough may be chilled for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months for future baking.

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