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Chocolate Chunk Pecan Cookies

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These Chocolate Chunk Pecan Cookies are the ultimate comfort food, offering a perfect balance of soft, chewy centers and crisp, golden edges. The dough is enriched with a blend of white and dark brown sugars for deep caramel notes, while high-quality bittersweet chocolate provides intense flavor bursts in every bite. Toasted pecans add a satisfying crunch and earthy undertone that complement the sweetness beautifully. Ideal for afternoon tea, holiday gift baskets, or simply as a treat with a hot cup of coffee, these cookies are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Their homemade charm and irresistible aroma make them a staple for any baking enthusiast.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 432.3
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Chocolate Chunk Pecan Cookies are the ultimate comfort food, offering a perfect balance of soft, chewy centers and crisp, golden edges. The dough is enriched with a blend of white and dark brown sugars for deep caramel notes, while high-quality bittersweet chocolate provides intense flavor bursts in every bite. Toasted pecans add a satisfying crunch and earthy undertone that complement the sweetness beautifully. Ideal for afternoon tea, holiday gift baskets, or simply as a treat with a hot cup of coffee, these cookies are easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser. Their homemade charm and irresistible aroma make them a staple for any baking enthusiast.
Ingredients
  • 1 Stick Butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup White sugar
  • 1/2 cup Dark brown sugar
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 cup Plus 2 tablespoons
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat your oven to 375&# 194;°F (190ðC) and line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. 2
    In a small bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, salt, and baking soda; set aside.
  3. 3
    In the bowl of an electric mixer, beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth.
  4. 4
    Add the white sugar and dark brown sugar to the butter and beat on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  5. 5
    Add the egg and vanilla extract to the mixture and beat well until fully combined and glossy.
  6. 6
    Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed just until no dry streaks remain.
  7. 7
    Remove the bowl from the mixer and scrape down the sides and beater with a spatula.
  8. 8
    Fold in the chopped pecans and coarsely chopped bittersweet chocolate chunks by hand until evenly distributed.
  9. 9
    Drop rounded teaspoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
  10. 10
    Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned and the centers look set but still soft.
  11. 11
    Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 432.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 21.6g34%
Saturated Fat 13.2g66%
Cholesterol 100.4mg34%
Sodium 196.7mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 59.7g20%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 59.6g
Protein 1.9g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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