Butter Pecan Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup pecans, chopped
• 7 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• A pinch of salt
• Pecan halves for the top of each cookie

Directions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar with an electric mixer until light and creamy.
3. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and beat for another 2 minutes until fully incorporated.
4. Gradually add the flour, baking soda, and salt, mixing until well combined.
5. Using a medium cookie scoop, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
6. Press a pecan half on top of each cookie.
7. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown.
8. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes

Kcal: 150 kcal | Servings: 24 cookies