# Pecan Pie Cookies: A Chewy Treat
These Pecan Pie Cookies capture all the decadent tastes of a traditional pecan pie in a conveniently sized handheld delight. With a soft, buttery foundation similar to pie crust, these cookies are crowned with a luscious, sticky caramel-pecan topping that bakes into a sweet, nutty masterpiece.
## Recipe Ingredients
– **Chopped Pecans**: Introduces a tasty crunch and that signature pecan taste to these cookies.
– **Pure Maple Syrup**: Utilized in the topping to form the sticky pecan pie filling.
– **Dark Chocolate Candy Melts**: Offers a further layer of sweetness atop the cookies.
For a comprehensive list of ingredients and their quantities, consult the recipe card below.
## How to Prepare Pecan Pie Cookies
### Step 1:
In a medium bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together.
### Step 2:
In a stand mixer or a large mixing bowl, whip the salted butter and sugars until creamy.
### Step 3:
Incorporate the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla, blending until combined. Scrape the bowl’s sides as necessary.
### Step 4:
Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, blending until just combined.
### Step 5:
Using a 2 Tbsp cookie scoop, shape the dough into spheres. Make an indent in the center of each cookie dough sphere with the back of a tablespoon.
### Step 6:
Refrigerate the dough for a minimum of 30 minutes (or up to 24 hours in the fridge, or 15 minutes in the freezer).
### Step 7:
While the dough chills, prepare the Pecan Pie Filling. In a saucepan over medium heat, blend the butter, sugar, maple syrup, and pecans. Let it melt and simmer for 3 minutes.
### Step 8:
Stir in the heavy cream and cinnamon, allowing it to simmer for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool.
### Step 9:
Preheat your oven to 350°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
### Step 10:
Arrange the chilled cookie dough spheres on the lined baking sheets, spaced 2 inches apart. Spoon 1-2 tsp of the filling into the indent of each cookie dough sphere.
### Step 11:
Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes. Midway through baking, take the cookies out and add another 1-2 teaspoons of filling on top.
### Step 12:
After the cookies finish baking, add another 1-2 teaspoons of filling on top and transfer them to a wire rack to cool.
### Step 13:
Once cooled, if desired, drizzle with chocolate candy melts, and savor!
## FAQs
**Is it possible to use unsalted butter in this recipe instead of salted?**
Yes, if opting for unsalted butter, increase the salt from ¼ tsp to ½ tsp to maintain flavor balance.
## Storage Information
These cookies can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for as much as 1 week. To freeze, place them in a single layer inside an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 2 months.
## More Cookie Recipes
For more cookie ideas, try other delightful recipes that highlight the rich flavors of pecans and additional ingredients.