Bite-Sized Pecan Pie Cookies Perfect for Christmas
Pecan Pie Cookies are a delightful twist on classic pecan pie, featuring a crisp cookie base, gooey caramel-like filling, and crunchy pecans.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
Ingredients
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup brown sugar (for filling)
2 tablespoons unsalted butter (for filling)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cream 1 cup butter, 1 cup brown sugar, and 1/2 cup granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt, then gradually combine with wet ingredients.
- Fold in 1 cup chopped pecans.
- For the filling, combine 1/2 cup corn syrup, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons butter, and 1 teaspoon vanilla in a saucepan over medium heat; simmer 2–3 minutes.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized dough portions onto baking sheets, make an indentation, and fill with 1 teaspoon filling.
- Bake 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool on baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer to wire racks.
Notes
Toast pecans for deeper flavor; drizzle chocolate or sprinkle sea salt if desired. Dough can be