Buttery, tender cookies filled with a rich pecan pie-inspired filling — a delightful twist on classic pecan pie in cookie form!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Combines the best of cookies and pecan pie in one bite

• Easy to make with simple ingredients you likely have on hand

• Perfect for holiday baking or anytime sweet cravings

• Soft, chewy cookie base with a gooey, nutty filling

• Great for gifting or sharing at parties and gatherings

Ingredients

Cookie Dough:

• ½ cup unsalted butter, softened

• ½ cup brown sugar, packed

• 1 large egg

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1¼ cups all-purpose flour

• ½ tsp baking powder

• ¼ tsp salt

Pecan Pie Filling:

• ¾ cup chopped pecans

• ⅓ cup brown sugar

• ¼ cup corn syrup

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

• ¼ tsp salt

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 18 cookies
Calories: Approximately 200 kcal per cookie

Directions

Step 1:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2:
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy.

Step 3:
Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until combined.

Step 4:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5:
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.

Step 6:
Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing about 2 inches apart.

Step 7:
In another bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, salt, and vanilla extract to create the pecan pie filling.

Step 8:
Using a teaspoon, carefully spoon a small amount of the pecan filling onto the center of each cookie dough ball, slightly flattening the cookies.

Step 9:
Bake for 12–15 minutes or until the cookies are golden around the edges and the filling is bubbly.

Step 10:
Remove from oven and allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use other nuts instead of pecans?
Yes, walnuts or pecan-walnut blends work well for similar texture and flavor.

Is corn syrup necessary?
Corn syrup helps create the gooey filling, but you can substitute with honey or maple syrup for a slightly different taste and texture.

How should I store these cookies?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

Can I freeze the dough or baked cookies?
Yes! Dough balls can be frozen before baking. Bake from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to baking time. Baked cookies freeze well too.

Final Thoughts

Pecan Pie Cookies are a delicious and festive treat that combine the nostalgic flavors of pecan pie with the convenience of a cookie. They’re simple to prepare, irresistibly sweet, and perfect for sharing or enjoying anytime.