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Brown Butter Pecan Cookies Best Easy Recipe

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Brown Butter Pecan Cookies are rich, chewy cookies made with nutty browned butter and crunchy pecans, offering a deep flavor and perfect texture.

  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 32 minutes
  • Yield: 18 cookies 1x
  • Category: Dessert

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat and cook until golden brown and nutty, then let it cool.
  2. Mix browned butter with brown sugar and granulated sugar until combined.
  3. Add eggs and vanilla extract, mixing until smooth.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt.
  5. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients and mix until combined.
  6. Fold in chopped pecans.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet.
  8. Scoop dough onto baking sheet, spacing evenly.
  9. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden and centers are soft.
  10. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • Do not burn the butter when browning.
  • Let butter cool before mixing.
  • Toast pecans for enhanced flavor.
  • Chill dough for better texture.
  • Store in airtight container for freshness.

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