Description
Pecan Pie Cookies feature a thin, flaky crust topped with a rich, nutty, and caramel-like pecan pie filling. These delightful cookies provide the classic flavors of pecan pie in a convenient, bite-sized treat perfect for any occasion, from holidays to casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Cookie Dough
- 1 single pie crust, unbaked (homemade or purchased)
- 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter
Pecan Pie Filling
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ⅓ cup packed brown sugar
- ¼ cup corn syrup
- 2 eggs
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Optional Topping
- ¼ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) to ensure it's ready for baking the cookies.
- Prepare Filling: In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine melted butter, chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, salt, and eggs. Stir constantly until the mixture thickens to a pudding-like consistency, being careful not to let it dry out. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- Cut Dough Circles: Unroll the pie crust dough onto a clean surface. Using a 3-inch circle cookie cutter, cut out circles from the dough. Gently fold the edges of each circle upward by about ⅛ to ¼ inch to create a shallow rim for the filling.
- Fill Cookies: Spoon approximately 1 tablespoon of the pecan filling mixture into the center of each dough circle, spreading it evenly but keeping it within the edges.
- Bake: Place the filled circles on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet (lining is crucial to prevent sticking). Bake in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes or until the filling is just set and the edges are flaky and golden.
- Cool: Remove the cookies from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional Chocolate Drizzle: Place semi-sweet chocolate chips in a small, sturdy Ziploc bag and microwave for about 15 seconds or until mostly melted. Snip a tiny corner off the bag and drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled cookies. Allow the chocolate to set before serving.
Notes
- Calories are calculated without the optional chocolate drizzle.
- Ensure constant stirring when cooking the filling to prevent eggs from scrambling.
- Use parchment paper on the baking sheet to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Adjust baking time slightly if using a different oven or cookie size.
- Use a sturdy brand Ziploc bag for melting chocolate to avoid leaks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
