Description
Enjoy the delightful taste of traditional pecan pie in a bite-sized treat with these Pecan Pie Cookies. Featuring a buttery cookie cup filled with a rich, caramelized pecan filling, these cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or whenever you’re craving something sweet and nutty. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, you’ll have a delicious dessert that everyone will love!
Ingredients
For the Cookie Cups:
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg yolk
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 tsp salt
For the Pecan Filling:
1/2 cup chopped pecans
1/4 cup brown sugar
2 tbsp corn syrup
1 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini muffin tin.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the egg yolk and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add in the flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and press each ball into the greased mini muffin tin to form cookie cups.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
- Spoon about 1 teaspoon of the pecan filling into each cookie cup.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the filling is set.
- Allow the cookies to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Storage: Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5-7 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nut Variations: Feel free to substitute pecans with walnuts or almonds for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 cookies
- Calories: 130 kcal
