These pecan pie cookies are a delightful twist on the classic Thanksgiving dessert, combining the flavors of traditional pecan pie with the convenience of a cookie. Perfect for holiday baking, these cookies feature a rich pecan filling that will satisfy your sweet tooth during the fall season.

Whether you’re looking for a crumble copycat or a new addition to your Thanksgiving dessert table, these cookies are sure to impress family and friends.

Delicious Pecan Pie Cookies

These pecan pie cookies are filled with a sweet and nutty pecan filling, making them a perfect treat for any holiday gathering. The recipe takes about 30 minutes to prepare and yields approximately 24 cookies, ideal for sharing during festive occasions.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Make the Cookie Dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in the chopped pecans.
4. Prepare the Pecan Filling: In a separate bowl, mix together the corn syrup, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and chopped pecans until well combined.
5. Form Cookies: Scoop tablespoons of cookie dough and flatten them slightly. Place a small spoonful of the pecan filling in the center of each cookie, then fold the edges of the dough over the filling to seal it.
6. Bake: Place the filled cookies on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Cook and Prep Times

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes

Nutrition Information

• Servings: 24 cookies
• Calories: 180kcal
• Fat: 9g
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 25g