Description
These chocolate chip pecan cookies are the heart of a cozy afternoon, combining childhood nostalgia with the simple pleasure of a warm, homemade treat. Featuring a higher ratio of brown sugar for deep molasses-like chewiness and toasted pecans for a rustic, sophisticated crunch, these cookies are both reliable and forgiving. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a beginner, this recipe delivers bakery-quality results that will fill your home with an inviting, sweet aroma in just over thirty minutes.
Ingredients
1 cup salted butter, softened at room temperature
1 cup brown sugar, packed tightly
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, at room temperature
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/4 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
1 cup pecans, roughly chopped and toasted
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, ensuring the mixture is well-emulsified.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips and the toasted chopped pecans.
Scoop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown but the centers remain soft.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For the best flavor, lightly toast your pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes before adding them to the dough. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or freeze the dough balls for up to 3 months for fresh cookies on demand.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg