Pecan Pie Thumbprint Cookies
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Pecan Pie Thumbprint Cookies, a charming twist on the classic pecan pie. These cookies feature a buttery shortbread base with a gooey, caramelized pecan filling that delivers all the rich taste without the need for baking an entire pie. Perfect for holidays, gatherings, or just a sweet treat at home, they are not only easy to make but also visually appealing with their unique thumbprint design. Each batch yields 30 cookies, making them ideal for sharing with family and friends. Whether paired with a glass of milk or served on a festive platter, these cookies are sure to impress!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 30 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and prepare baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In an electric mixer, beat softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth; add vanilla.
- Gradually mix in flour until a soft dough forms.
- Shape dough into one-inch balls and place on baking sheets.
- In a bowl, whisk together brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, vanilla, and pecans for filling.
- Press your thumb into each dough ball and fill with about 1/2 teaspoon of the pecan mixture.
- Bake for 16-18 minutes until golden brown and caramelized.
- Cool on baking sheets before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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