Irresistible Praline Cookies
Savor the deliciousness of these Praline Cookies, featuring a perfect blend of buttery softness and crunchy pecans. With a delightful caramelized topping, each cookie offers a melt-in-your-mouth experience that you’ll crave again and again. Whether for a cozy night in or a festive gathering, these cookies are sure to impress with their irresistible flavor and texture!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup chopped pecans (toasted)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in eggs one at a time and then mix in vanilla extract until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Fold in chopped pecans evenly throughout the dough.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized amounts of dough onto prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until edges are golden but centers remain soft. Let cool on wire racks before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: - For enhanced flavor, chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking. - Swap pecans for walnuts or add sea salt for a gourmet touch. - Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.