Description
These Crumbl Pecan Pie Cookies combine a soft sugar cookie base with a rich, buttery pecan pie filling, creating a delightful dessert that captures the classic flavors of pecan pie in a portable cookie form. Perfect for gatherings or a sweet treat any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Sugar Cookies
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/3 cup vegetable or canola oil
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 egg, at room temperature
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 & 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
Pecan Pie Filling
- 5 tbsp butter
- 2/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 & 1/4 cups chopped pecans
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Sugar Cookie Dough: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a smooth dough forms. Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- Make the Pecan Pie Filling: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar and cook until it dissolves and starts to bubble gently. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped pecans, vanilla extract, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and allow the filling to cool and thicken slightly.
- Form Cookies: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll the chilled sugar cookie dough into balls (about 1 to 1.5 tablespoons each) and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Slightly flatten each ball.
- Add Pecan Filling: Spoon a generous amount of pecan pie filling onto the center of each flattened sugar cookie dough ball.
- Bake the Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the filling is set.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Ensure the egg is at room temperature to help with proper mixing and texture.
- Chilling the dough helps prevent spreading during baking.
- Use fresh pecans for the best flavor and texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For extra flavor, consider sprinkling a little coarse sugar on top before baking.
Keywords: Pecan Pie Cookies, Sugar Cookies, Crumbl Copycat, Dessert Cookies, Pecan Pie Filling, Holiday Cookies