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Close-up view of Pecan Pie Cookies with a golden-brown crust and chopped pecans on top.
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Pecan Pie Cookies Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150
Delight in these rich, nutty pecan pie cookies that combine the flavors of classic pecan pie with the convenience of cookies.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 2 cups pecans (coarsely chopped)
  • 1 cup butter (softened)
  • 0.5 cup corn syrup
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla
  • 2 eggs eggs
  • 2.25 cups flour
  • 1 package instant vanilla pudding (3.4-4 oz box)
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt

Topping

  • as needed Sugar in the Raw (for sprinkling on top)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast chopped pecans for 5 minutes, then set aside.
  • Cream butter, corn syrup, brown sugar, and vanilla. Add eggs and mix well.
  • Mix in flour, pudding mix, baking soda, and salt. Fold in toasted pecans.
  • Drop spoonfuls onto a parchment-lined sheet, flatten slightly, and sprinkle with raw sugar.
  • Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 8-11 minutes until lightly browned. Cool and enjoy!

Notes

For best flavor, toast pecans before adding to the dough.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Keyword: Pecans