Pecan Pie Cookies

Turn your favorite holiday pie into a delightful handheld treat with these irresistible Pecan Pie Cookies! Combining the warm, nutty flavors of a classic pecan pie with the soft, buttery texture of a cookie, this recipe is a must-try for any dessert lover. Each cookie features a tender sugar cookie base filled with a rich, caramelized pecan filling made from brown sugar, corn syrup, and toasted pecans. Ready in just 30 minutes, these bite-sized desserts are perfect for holiday parties, cookie exchanges, or as an everyday indulgence. Whether you're a fan of traditional pecan pie or just love unique cookie recipes, these Pecan Pie Cookies are bound to become your new go-to holiday favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 large Egg
• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Pecans, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Corn syrup (light or dark)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for filling)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, beat 1/2 cup of unsalted butter with 1/2 cup granulated sugar and 1/4 cup brown sugar until creamy and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract and 1 large egg to the butter mixture. Beat until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together 1.5 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined and a dough forms.

Step 6

Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 7

Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, press a small indent into the center of each cookie to create a well for the filling.

Step 8

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 2 tablespoons of butter, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and 1/4 cup corn syrup. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in 1 cup of finely chopped pecans. Let the mixture cool for 1-2 minutes, then spoon about 1 teaspoon of the pecan filling into each cookie indent.

Step 10

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden around the edges.

Step 11

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 12

Serve and enjoy your Pecan Pie Cookies as a sweet treat or holiday favorite!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(638.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2846.6

Total Fat 161.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 51.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 405.5mg	0%
Sodium 1184.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 336.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 185.1g
Protein 36.2g	0%

Vitamin D 67.8IU	0%
Calcium 179.7mg	0%
Iron 12.4mg	0%
Potassium 797.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.4%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 45.7%