# Pecan Pie Cookies: A Chewy Treat
These Pecan Pie Cookies encapsulate all the rich flavors of a traditional pecan pie in a conveniently sized handheld delight. With a soft, buttery base akin to pie crust, these cookies are adorned with a decadent, gooey caramel-pecan filling that bakes into a sweet, nutty masterpiece.
## Recipe Ingredients
– **Chopped Pecans**: Contributes a tasty crunch and the quintessential pecan flavor to these cookies.
– **Pure Maple Syrup**: Incorporated in the topping to form that gooey pecan pie filling.
– **Dark Chocolate Candy Melts**: Adds an extra layer of sweetness atop the cookies.
For a complete list of ingredients and quantities, see the recipe card below.
## How to Make Pecan Pie Cookies
### Step 1:
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, baking powder, and salt, mixing them together.
### Step 2:
In the bowl of a stand mixer or a large mixing bowl, combine the salted butter and sugars, creaming them together until creamy.
### Step 3:
Incorporate the egg, egg yolk, and vanilla, and mix. Scrape the sides if necessary.
### Step 4:
Mix in the dry ingredients until fully combined.
### Step 5:
Using a 2 Tbsp cookie scoop, form the dough into balls. Then, with the back of a tablespoon, create an indent in the center of each cookie dough ball.
### Step 6:
Refrigerate the dough for at least 30 minutes or up to 24 hours, or chill in the freezer for 15 minutes.
### Step 7:
While the dough chills, prepare the Pecan Pie Filling. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter, sugar, maple syrup, and pecans together. Allow it to melt, then let it simmer for 3 minutes.
### Step 8:
Next, incorporate the heavy cream and cinnamon, allowing it to simmer for an additional 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
### Step 9:
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
### Step 10:
Arrange your chilled cookie dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them 2 inches apart, as the cookies will expand. Spoon 1-2 tsp of the filling into the indentation of each cookie dough ball.
### Step 11:
Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes. At the midway point of baking, take the cookies out and add another 1-2 teaspoons of filling on top.
### Step 12:
After the cookies have baked completely, drizzle another 1-2 teaspoons of filling on top and transfer them to a wire rack to cool.
### Step 13:
Once cooled, drizzle with chocolate candy melts if desired, and savor.
## FAQs
**Can I substitute unsalted butter for salted in this recipe?**
Yes. If using unsalted butter, increase the salt from ¼ tsp to ½ tsp to keep the balance.
## Storage Information
These cookies can be kept in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. To freeze, arrange them in a single layer in an airtight container or freezer bag, and they can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Relish these delightful Pecan Pie Cookies as a sweet indulgence that embodies the spirit of the classic dessert!