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Pecan Pie Cookies

Home cook, taken with iPhone 15 Pro. Close-up slight angle of delicious pecan pie cookies on white plate. Mouthwatering --ar 4:3 --style raw --s 240

Delight in these rich pecan pie cookies that combine a buttery shortbread base with a gooey, sweet pecan filling, perfect for festive occasions or a cozy treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans
  • 1 cup light corn syrup
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Mix in flour and salt until dough forms.
  5. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. Flatten slightly.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Remove from oven and let cool.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together corn syrup, brown sugar, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  8. Stir in chopped pecans.
  9. Using a spoon, carefully place a small amount of the pecan filling on top of each cookie base.
  10. Return cookies to oven and bake for an additional 12-15 minutes, or until the filling is set and golden brown.
  11. Allow cookies to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For an extra indulgent touch, drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled cookies before serving.