Indulge in the rich, sweet flavors of pralines with these easy-to-make praline cookies. The combination of crunchy pecans and creamy caramel creates a truly irresistible treat that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a novice baker or a seasoned pro, these cookies are sure to impress your friends and family.
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add brown sugar and heavy cream, stirring constantly until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and chopped pecans. Let cool slightly.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the butter mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until well combined.
- Using a cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared baking sheet. Flatten each cookie slightly with the back of a spoon.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cookies are golden brown. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
