Crumbl Pecan Pie Cookies
These cookies combine the rich, nutty flavors of pecan pie with the convenience of a soft, chewy cookie, making them a delightful treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the cookie dough
- 1 cup Unsalted butter, softened Richness, moisture
- 1 cup Granulated sugar Sweetness
- 1 cup Brown sugar Chewiness, moisture
- 2 large Eggs Structure, binding
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract Flavor enhancement
- 3 cups All-purpose flour Structure
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder Light lift
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt Flavor balance
- 1 cup Chopped pecans Texture, nutty flavor
For the topping
- 1/2 cup Brown sugar Sweetness
- 1/4 cup Corn syrup Sweetness, binding agent
- 1/4 cup Heavy cream Creaminess
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time and stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans gently.
Baking
- Roll the dough into balls (1 inch in diameter) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, and cream over medium heat until bubbly. Spoon the mixture over each cookie.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Allow to cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For best results, use room-temperature ingredients. Optionally, you can toast the pecans for enhanced flavor or add chocolate chips for variation.