Pecan Pie Cookies Recipe

These Pecan Pie Cookies are a delightful twist on traditional pecan pie, combining all of the delicious flavors in a bite-sized treat. They have a buttery cookie base with a sweet and nutty pecan pie filling, making them ideal for holiday gatherings or whenever you crave the flavor of pecan pie.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup chopped pecans
• 1/4 cup corn syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions:

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth

Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and continue to mix until well combined

Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the wet mixture, stirring until a dough forms

Fold in the chopped pecans and ensure they are evenly distributed throughout the dough

Take small portions of the dough and roll them into balls, then place them on the prepared baking sheet

Using your thumb or the back of a spoon, create an indentation in the center of each cookie

In a separate bowl, mix the corn syrup until it becomes slightly thinner and easier to work with

Carefully spoon a small amount of the corn syrup into the center of each cookie

Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes

Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving