Butterscotch Pecan Cookies 🍪
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 80 cookies
Description:
Indulge in the delightful taste of Butterscotch Pecan Cookies with this easy-to-follow recipe. These cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a cozy night in or a gathering with friends and family. Each bite is packed with the rich flavors of butterscotch and crunchy pecans, making them a true crowd-pleaser.
Recipe Category:
Drop Cookies
Keywords:
Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Fruit, Nuts, < 30 Mins, Easy
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | cup butter |
| 2 | cups sugar |
| 2 | eggs |
| 1 | tsp vanilla extract |
| 3 | cups all-purpose flour |
| 1 | tsp baking powder |
| 1 | tsp baking soda |
| 1/2 | tsp salt |
| 2 1/2 | cups pecans |
| 1 | cup butterscotch morsels |
Instructions:
-
Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. -
Add Eggs and Vanilla:
Beat in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined and the mixture is smooth. -
Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. -
Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition until a stiff batter forms. -
Incorporate Pecans and Butterscotch Morsels:
Stir in the chopped pecans and butterscotch morsels until evenly distributed throughout the dough. -
Form Cookies:
Using a rounded teaspoon, drop the dough onto parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart. -
Bake:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 15-18 minutes, or until they are lightly golden brown around the edges. -
Cool and Store:
Once baked, remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to wire racks to cool completely. Store the cooled cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 103.3
- Total Fat: 6.1g
- Saturated Fat: 2.6g
- Cholesterol: 11.4mg
- Sodium: 56.5mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 11.7g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 7.8g
- Protein: 1.1g
These Butterscotch Pecan Cookies are sure to become a favorite in your household, with their irresistible combination of flavors and textures. Enjoy them with a glass of milk, hot cocoa, or your favorite beverage for the ultimate treat!
