Best 7 Easy Butter Pecan Cookies Recipes

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When your sweet tooth acts up, there’s nothing quite as satisfying as a freshly baked cookie. If you’re looking for a delectable treat that’s easy to make and packed with flavor, look no further than butter pecan cookies. These classic cookies combine the richness of butter, the nutty flavor of pecans, and a hint of vanilla, creating a truly irresistible treat. Whether you’re a seasoned baker or just starting out in the kitchen, this easy butter pecan cookie recipe will guide you through the process of creating delicious cookies that will surely become a favorite in your household. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let’s embark on a baking adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUTTER PECAN COOKIES



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When my daughter was a teen, these butter pecan cookies earned her two blue ribbons from two county fairs. Then a few years ago, her own daughter took home a blue ribbon for the same cookie. Needless to say, these mouthwatering morsels are real winners!-Martha Thefield, Cedartown, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-3/4 cups chopped pecans
1 tablespoon plus 1 cup butter, softened, divided
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Place chopped pecans and 1 tablespoon butter in a baking pan. Bake at 325° for 5-7 minutes or until toasted and browned, stirring frequently. Set aside to cool. , In a large bowl, cream brown sugar and remaining butter until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. Gradually add flour and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. , Roll into 1-in. balls, then roll in toasted pecans, pressing nuts into dough. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Beat egg white until foamy. Dip pecan halves in egg white, then gently press one into each ball. , Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

BUTTER PECAN COOKIES



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These delicate, buttery cookies, which get their crunchy texture from toasted pecans and a sugar coating, practically melt in your mouth.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield Makes 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup pecans
1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, room temperature
1/3 cup sugar, plus more for coating
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. On a baking sheet, toast pecans until fragrant, about 6 minutes. Let cool completely; finely chop.
  • With an electric mixer, cream butter and 1/3 cup sugar until light, about 1 minute. Beat in vanilla, salt, and flour, scraping down sides of bowl, just until dough comes together. Fold in pecans.
  • Separate dough into 12 pieces; squeeze dough to shape into balls. Roll in sugar. Place, 3 inches apart, on a baking sheet. Gently flatten with the bottom of a glass (reshape sides if necessary). Sprinkle with sugar.
  • Bake until golden brown, rotating sheet halfway through, about 15 minutes. Sprinkle with more sugar. Cool cookies on a wire rack.

BUTTER PECAN COOKIES



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These cookies are very moist...my husband's favorite.

Provided by A. Peterson

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter, softened
⅔ cup packed brown sugar
1 egg
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
1 ½ cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter, brown sugar and egg. Mix until well blended.
  • Slowly add flour and salt and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Roll one inch pieces of dough into balls and place 2 inches apart on cookie sheets. Flatten balls with the bottom of a glass dipped in flour. Press a pecan into top of dough.
  • Bake 10 to 12 minutes until lightly colored.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.6 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 28.1 mg, Fat 12.8 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 107.8 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

PECAN BUTTER COOKIES



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 3h15m

Yield 2 1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

3/4 cup pecans
1/2 cup flour
1/3 cup superfine sugar
8 tablespoons softened sweet butter
1 egg yolk
Pinch salt
32 pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Butter 2 cookie sheets and set aside. Roast 3/4 cup of pecans in oven for 10 minutes or until they emit a good aroma. Remove from oven and cool to room temperature. When cooled, chop pecans with sugar in a food processor until finely ground. Add flour, butter, egg yolk and salt. If dough is too soft, add up to 1/4 cup more flour; otherwise work dough with your hands.
  • Gather dough into a 1 1/2 inch round sausage, wrap in waxed paper and rest in fridge for 2 hours or overnight. Cut into 1/4inch rounds and set on baking sheet. Press a pecan half in center. Don't place cookies too closely together or they will run into each other as they spread during baking. Bake for 15 to 17 minutes or until the cookies' edges are golden brown. When they are baked they will give off a wonderful aroma. Remove baking sheets from oven and let cookies cool on sheets for 3 minutes. Then, remove them to a cookie rack to cool them further. Be careful when you handle these as they are very fragile.

BUTTER PECAN COOKIES



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My MIL gave me this recipe several years ago. It's super easy and delicious. I've given out this recipe many times.

Provided by CaramelPie

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 20m

Yield 24-36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (18 ounce) package butter pecan cake mix
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter, softened
6 -8 ounces heath almond brickle chips
1/2 cup chopped pecans (optional)

Steps:

  • Cream cake mix, eggs, vanilla and margarine together with mixer.
  • Stir in brickle chips and pecans.
  • Drop onto greased or parchment-lined cookie sheet.
  • Bake at 350 degrees F for about 10 minutes.
  • Let cool for 2-3 minutes.
  • Transfer cookies to cooling rack.

BUTTER PECAN ROUNDS



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An easy drop cookie, and one of my husband's favorites. Use real butter in the recipe.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1 ½ cups chopped pecans
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
½ cup unsalted butter
½ cup white sugar
½ cup packed light brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a skillet over medium heat toast the pecans with 2 tablespoons of the butter, cooking for about 5 minutes. Sprinkle 1 1/2 tablespoons of the white sugar over the top.
  • Cream 1/2 cup of the butter with the white and brown sugar. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Mix in the flour, baking soda and salt. Stir in the pecan mixture.
  • Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown. Let cool and devour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 27.3 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 115.2 mg, Sugar 13 g

QUICK BUTTER PECAN COOKIES



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Make and share this Quick Butter Pecan Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by appliance queen

Categories     Dessert

Time 31m

Yield 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 4

3/4 cup butter, softened (1 1/2 sticks)
1 (3 1/2 ounce) package instant butterscotch pudding mix
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup pecans, chopped

Steps:

  • In a mixing bowl, cream butter and pudding mix.
  • Gradually beat in flour.
  • Fold in pecans.
  • Roll into 1 1/2-inch balls.
  • Place balls 2-inches apart on greased baking sheets.
  • Flatten to 1/2-inch with a greased glass.
  • Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 to 13 minutes or until light golden brown.
  • Remove to wire racks.

Tips:

  • Use unsalted butter and bring it to room temperature before creaming with the sugar. This will ensure that the cookies have a light and fluffy texture.
  • Do not overmix the cookie dough. Overmixing will result in tough cookies.
  • Chill the cookie dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies to hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much.
  • Bake the cookies in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that the cookies bake evenly.
  • Allow the cookies to cool completely before storing them. This will help to prevent them from becoming soft and crumbly.

Conclusion:

Butter pecan cookies are a classic and delicious treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for any occasion, from a casual get-together to a special holiday celebration. With their rich, buttery flavor and crunchy pecans, these cookies are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a delicious and easy-to-make cookie recipe, give these butter pecan cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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