Pecan Pie Cookies Dessert (Printable Version)
Soft cookies with rich pecan filling and brown sugar dough, ideal for holidays or everyday treats.
# Everything You’ll Need:
→ Cookie Dough
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2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour
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1/2 cup (113 g) unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup (220 g) light brown sugar, packed
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1 large egg
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon baking powder
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1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Pecan Filling
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1 cup (120 g) finely chopped pecans
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1/2 cup (110 g) light brown sugar, packed
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2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
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Pinch ground cloves (optional)
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Pinch ground ginger (optional)
# Steps to Cook:
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In a large bowl, cream together unsalted butter and light brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
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Add baking powder and salt, then gradually add all-purpose flour, mixing just until a smooth dough forms.
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In a small bowl, combine chopped pecans, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground ginger if using. Stir in heavy whipping cream and vanilla extract until thoroughly mixed.
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Roll portions of dough into 1.25-inch (about 3 cm) balls and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing about 2 inches (5 cm) apart.
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Using your thumb, press gently into the center of each dough ball to form a cavity, stretching slightly to create a small well resembling a pie shell.
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Fill each cavity with approximately 1 teaspoon of pecan filling. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes, until the edges are lightly golden.
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Allow cookies to cool on the baking pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
# Extra Suggestions:
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If the cookie dough appears sticky after mixing, add an additional tablespoon of flour and chill for 30 minutes before shaping.
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Ensure pecans are finely chopped for optimal texture and even distribution in each cookie.
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Spices in the filling are optional but add warm complexity to the flavor profile.