Description
Indulge in the warm, nutty goodness of brown butter pecan cookies, a delightful treat that blends rich flavors and delightful textures. With crispy edges and a chewy center, each cookie is an irresistible bite of sweetness and crunch. Whether you’re baking for a cozy night in or a festive gathering, these cookies are sure to impress and bring joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup toasted pecans (chopped)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
Instructions
- 1. Brown the Butter: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until bubbling and golden brown (5-7 minutes). Set aside to cool slightly.
- 2. Mix Sugars: In a large bowl, whisk together the browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until smooth.
- 3. Add Egg and Vanilla: Stir in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- 4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix into the wet ingredients until just combined.
- 5. Fold in Pecans: Gently fold in chopped toasted pecans.
- 6. Bake Cookies: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Drop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto lined baking sheets. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden but centers remain soft.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg