Praline Cookies
The ultimate treat for any cookie lover, Praline Cookies are sweet, nutty, and utterly irresistible. With their soft centers and crisp edges, they're perfect for sharing or enjoying all on your own. Make these delightful cookies tonight and taste the magic!
Equipment
- Small Cookie Scoop
- Cookie Sheet
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 each egg
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp vanilla
- 1½ cups chopped pecans
- powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375ºF (190ºC).
- Microwave butter on HIGH for 40-45 seconds or until melted.
- Add brown sugar and sugar to melted butter and mix well.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla, mixing until incorporated.
- Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Using a small cookie scoop, drop dough onto a lined cookie sheet 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until edges are slightly brown.
- Cool for 2 minutes on the baking sheet, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- Sprinkle cooled cookies with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Storage: Keep your cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their softness.
- Freezing: If you want to make them ahead of time, freeze the unbaked dough in balls.
- Pairing: These cookies go wonderfully with a glass of milk or a cup of coffee.
- Serving size: Consider cutting the cookies into smaller bites for a party platter.
- Variations: Swap the pecans for walnuts or almonds for a different flavor.