Praline Pecan Cookies

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of these Praline Pecan Cookies—soft, buttery treats packed with crunchy chopped pecans and finished with a luscious praline glaze. Perfectly sweetened with a blend of brown and granulated sugar, these cookies achieve the ideal balance of richness and texture. The praline glaze, made from light brown sugar, cream, and powdered sugar, adds a glossy, caramel-like topping that takes these cookies to a new level of decadence. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for holiday gatherings, bake sales, or an indulgent snack. Serve them with a hot cup of coffee or tea for a truly Southern-inspired dessert experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 1.5 cups chopped pecans
• 0.5 cup light brown sugar (for praline glaze)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for praline glaze)
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together 1 cup of softened unsalted butter, 1 cup of light brown sugar, and 0.5 cup of granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add 1 large egg and 2 teaspoons of pure vanilla extract to the bowl and beat until combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 0.5 teaspoon of baking soda, and 0.25 teaspoon of salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring just until combined.

Step 6

Gently fold in 1.5 cups of chopped pecans.

Step 7

Using a cookie scoop or tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until the cookies are lightly golden on the edges. Cool on the baking sheet for 2 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

To make the praline glaze, combine 0.5 cup of light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter, and 2 tablespoons of heavy cream in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Step 10

Stir constantly until the mixture comes to a boil. Let it boil for 1 minute, then remove from heat.

Step 11

Whisk in 0.5 cup of powdered sugar until smooth and slightly thickened.

Step 12

Drizzle the praline glaze over the cooled cookies using a spoon or piping bag.

Step 13

Allow the glaze to set for about 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1126.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5087.9

Total Fat 259.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 526.9mg	0%
Sodium 1856.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 685.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.7g	0%
Total Sugars 481.0g
Protein 47.7g	0%

Vitamin D 41IU	0%
Calcium 436.9mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 1465.0mg	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: 44.4%

Protein: 3.6%

Carbs: 52.0%