Description
Brown butter pecan cookies are a delightful treat that combines the rich, nutty flavor of browned butter with crunchy toasted pecans. Each bite offers a perfect balance of chewiness and crunch, making these cookies an irresistible indulgence. Whether you’re reminiscing about baking with grandma or creating new memories in your kitchen, these cookies are sure to impress at any gathering or bring joy on a cozy evening at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
- 1 cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup toasted pecans (chopped)
Instructions
- 1. Brown the Butter: In a light-colored saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until golden brown and fragrant (about 5-7 minutes). Let cool slightly.
- 2. Mix Sugars: In a large bowl, combine brown sugar and granulated sugar; pour in the cooled browned butter and mix well.
- 3. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in eggs one at a time, followed by vanilla extract until blended smoothly.
- 4. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually stir this into the wet mixture until just combined.
- 5. Fold in Pecans: Gently fold in chopped toasted pecans until evenly distributed.
- 6. Bake: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Scoop tablespoon-sized balls onto a lined baking sheet and bake for about 10-12 minutes or until edges are golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg