Ingredients
- A generous cup of rich brown sugar
- Half a cup of creamy butter
- A single egg, fresh and ready
- A hint of aromatic vanilla extract, just a teaspoon
- Two full cups of all-purpose flour
- Two teaspoons of baking powder for that perfect rise
- A mere pinch of salt to balance the flavors
- A heaping cup of roughly chopped pecans
Step 1
Whip up a delectable mixture by combining brown sugar and butter in a spacious bowl, using an electric mixer until the texture is velvety smooth. Add the egg and vanilla extract, ensuring they are thoroughly blended in. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt, then gently fold this mixture into the butter concoction until just combined. Carefully incorporate the pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 2
Form the dough into a log shape and wrap it snugly in wax paper. Let the dough rest in the refrigerator for a minimum of one hour to enhance its flavors.
Step 3
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Slice the chilled dough and place the cookie portions on a baking sheet.
Step 4
Bake the cookies in the preheated oven until the edges turn a beautiful golden hue, typically around 12 minutes. After a brief cooling period of 1 minute on the baking sheet, transfer the cookies onto a wire rack to completely cool.
Extra Tips & Suggestions
- 1. Keep your Pecan Brown Sugar Cookies in an airtight container to maintain their freshness and prevent them from becoming stale.
- 2. For added flavor, store your cookies with a vanilla bean or a cinnamon stick to infuse them with a delightful aroma.
