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Pecan Pie Cookies

Delightful cookies that capture the rich, nutty flavors of pecan pie in a soft, gooey filling and a crisp exterior. Perfect for any occasion.
Préparation 20 minutes
Cuisson 15 minutes
Temps total 35 minutes
Portions: 24 cookies
Plat: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingrédients
  

For the Cookie Dough
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
For the Pecan Filling
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • a pinch salt

Préparation
 

Preparation
  1. Start by organizing your ingredients on the countertop. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. This takes about 2-3 minutes.
  3. Add the egg yolk and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
  4. Fold in the all-purpose flour and salt until just combined. The dough should hold together when pressed.
  5. Scoop out portions of dough and roll them into balls, placing them on the prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  6. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to make a deep indentation in the center of each dough ball.
  7. In a separate bowl, mix together the ingredients for the pecan filling until a thick, sticky mixture forms.
  8. Spoon a small amount of the filling into each indentation in the dough balls.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  11. Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy the delightful flavors.

Notes et conservation

Store cookies in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or up to 1 week in the fridge. For longer storage, freeze cookies for up to 2-3 months.