Delicious Pecan Pie Cookies Recipe

Indulge in the rich and nutty flavors of pecan pie in cookie form with this easy-to-make recipe. These chewy and buttery cookies are filled with chopped pecans and drizzled with a sweet caramel glaze, making them the perfect treat for any occasion.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup packed brown sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1/2 cup caramel topping

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the egg and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
5. Stir in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6. Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing cookies 2 inches apart.
7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. In a small saucepan, heat the caramel topping over low heat until warm and drizzle over the cooled cookies.
10. Enjoy these pecan pie cookies with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee for a delicious treat!

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