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Hey there, holiday lovers!
It’s that magical time of year again! 🎄
Today, I’m excited to share my favorite Christmas cookies with pecans.
These cookies are buttery, nutty, and full of festive cheer.
They make the perfect treat for your holiday gatherings or a sweet gift for loved ones.
Get ready to spread some joy (and deliciousness) this season! Let’s bake!
| Preparation Time | 15-25 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 12-15 minutes |
| Total Time | 27-40 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (1 stick)
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped pecans
Step 1: Prepare Brown Butter and Toast Pecans
In a pan set over medium to high heat, melt 1 stick (1/2 cup) of unsalted butter.
Keep a close eye on the butter as it melts and starts to froth and brown.
Once browned, pour the butter into a bowl and set it aside to cool.
In the same pan, toast 1 cup of chopped pecans until they become fragrant, then set them aside to cool as well.
Step 2: Mix Wet Ingredients
Once the brown butter has cooled slightly, add 1/3 cup of sugar and 1/3 cup of brown sugar to the bowl with the butter.
Use a hand mixer to blend the mixture until combined.
Add 1 whole egg and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the mixture.
Blend everything together until it becomes fluffy and well incorporated.
Step 3: Incorporate Dry Ingredients
Gradually add 1 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of baking soda to the wet mixture.
Blend until the mixture is smooth and no lumps of flour remain.
Once the dough is well-mixed, gently fold in the toasted pecans using a spatula or spoon.
Step 4: Portion and Chill the Dough
Portion the prepared dough into 12 equal balls and place them on a tray.
Refrigerate the cookie dough balls for 20 minutes to allow them to firm up.
This will ensure that the cookies maintain their shape during baking.
Step 5: Bake the Cookies
While the dough is chilling, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Once the dough has chilled, arrange the cookie dough balls on a baking sheet, leaving some space between each ball.
Bake the cookies for 12 minutes, turning the tray halfway through the baking time to ensure even baking.
Step 6: Cool and Serve
Once the cookies are baked to perfection, remove them from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Enjoy your delicious brown butter pecan cookies!
