These Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies are soft, chewy, and loaded with rich chocolate chips and crunchy pecans. The buttery cookie dough creates a perfectly tender center with lightly crisp edges, while the toasted pecans add a delicious nutty flavor.
Perfect for family gatherings, holiday baking, or a simple homemade dessert, these cookies are easy to make and always a crowd favorite. Serve them warm with a glass of milk or coffee for the ultimate treat.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| All-purpose flour | 2 ¼ cups | |
| Baking soda | 1 teaspoon | |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon | |
| Unsalted butter | ¾ cup | Softened |
| Brown sugar | ¾ cup | Packed |
| Granulated sugar | ½ cup | |
| Eggs | 2 large | Room temperature |
| Vanilla extract | 2 teaspoons | |
| Chocolate chips | 1 cup | Semi-sweet |
| Chopped pecans | ¾ cup | Lightly toasted |
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
3. Cream Butter and Sugars
In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Add Eggs and Vanilla
Mix in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract and beat until smooth.
5. Combine the Dough
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
6. Shape the Cookies
Scoop dough into tablespoon-sized balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each cookie.
7. Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are golden while the centers remain soft.
8. Cool and Serve
Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet before transferring to a wire rack.
Tips for the Best Cookies
- Toast pecans lightly to enhance their flavor.
- Chill the dough for 20–30 minutes for thicker cookies.
- Do not overbake to maintain a soft center.
- Sprinkle a pinch of flaky sea salt on top for extra flavor.
Storage
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze cookie dough or baked cookies for up to 3 months.
