Crumbl Pecan Pie Cookies

Why Make This Recipe

Crumbl Pecan Pie Cookies are a delightful twist on the classic pecan pie. They bring all the rich flavors of pecan pie into an easy-to-make cookie form. This recipe is perfect for gatherings, dessert tables, or just a special treat at home. If you love the taste of buttery, nutty goodness, then these cookies will surely become a favorite!

Crumbl Pecan Pie Cookies

Delicious cookies that bring the rich flavors of classic pecan pie into a convenient and delightful treat.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 9 minutes mins

Total Time 29 minutes mins

Servings: 9 cookies

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 200

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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Cookie Dough

• ▢ 1/2 cup butter (softened) Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature.
• ▢ 1/3 cup vegetable or canola oil Use your preferred oil.
• ▢ 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• ▢ 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• ▢ 1 egg (at room temperature)
• ▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ▢ 2 1/3 cup flour
• ▢ 1/4 tsp salt
• ▢ 1 tsp baking powder

Pecan Pie Filling

• ▢ 5 tbsp butter For filling.
• ▢ 2/3 cup brown sugar
• ▢ 1 1/4 cup chopped pecans
• ▢ 1 tsp vanilla extract For filling.
• ▢ 1/3 cup heavy cream
• ▢ 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• ▢ 1 pinch nutmeg
• ▢ 1 pinch salt

Method

 

Preparation

1. ▢
   Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set it aside.
2. ▢
   In a large mixing bowl or a stand mixer, cream the softened butter, oil, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar together until smooth.
3. ▢
   Add the egg and 1 tsp of vanilla extract, and mix well until combined.
4. ▢
   Gradually add the flour, salt, and baking powder, mixing until there are no dry ingredients left.
5. ▢
   Use a large cookie scoop to scoop out 9 equally sized cookie balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten each one to about 1 inch thick.
6. ▢
   Using a 1/4 measuring cup, press down the center of each cookie to create a space for the pecan pie filling.
7. ▢
   Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-9 minutes. Let them cool on the baking sheet while you prepare the filling.

Pecan Pie Filling

1. ▢
   In a medium saucepan, melt 5 tbsp of butter over low heat.
2. ▢
   Stir in brown sugar, 1 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 1 tsp vanilla extract, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until everything is combined.
3. ▢
   Allow the mixture to cook for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
4. ▢
   Remove from heat and let it cool a bit.
5. ▢
   Once the cookies are cool, spoon the pecan pie filling into the centers of each cookie.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15g

Notes

These cookies are best served warm, but they are also delicious at room temperature. You can serve them as they are or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a special treat. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or refrigerate for a week. For longer storage, freeze for up to a month.

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How to Make Crumbl Pecan Pie Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup butter (softened)
• 1/3 cup oil (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 cup flour
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 5 tbsp butter (for filling)
• 2/3 cup brown sugar
• 1 & 1/4 cup chopped pecans
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (for filling)
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon
• 1 pinch nutmeg
• 1 pinch salt

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Set it aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl or a stand mixer, cream the softened butter, oil, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar together until smooth.
3. Add the egg and 1 tsp of vanilla extract, and mix well until combined.
4. Gradually add the flour, salt, and baking powder, mixing until there are no dry ingredients left.
5. Use a large cookie scoop to scoop out 9 equally sized cookie balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet and gently flatten each one to about 1 inch thick.
6. Using a 1/4 measuring cup, press down the center of each cookie to create a space for the pecan pie filling.
7. Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 8-9 minutes. Let them cool on the baking sheet while you prepare the filling.

To Make the Pecan Pie Filling:

• In a medium saucepan, melt 5 tbsp of butter over low heat.
• Stir in brown sugar, 1 & 1/4 cup chopped pecans, 1 tsp vanilla extract, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Mix well until everything is combined.
• Allow the mixture to cook for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
• Remove from heat and let it cool a bit.
• Once the cookies are cool, spoon the pecan pie filling into the centers of each cookie.

How to Serve Crumbl Pecan Pie Cookies

These cookies are best served warm, but they are also delicious at room temperature. You can serve them as they are or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a special treat.

How to Store Crumbl Pecan Pie Cookies

Keep the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep them longer, you can store them in the refrigerator for up to a week. For longer storage, consider freezing them for up to a month.

Tips to Make Crumbl Pecan Pie Cookies

• Make sure your butter is softened to room temperature for easier mixing.
• Don’t overmix the dough once you add the flour; this helps keep the cookies tender.
• Watch the baking time closely to avoid overbaking. Cookies should be slightly golden around the edges.

Variation

Try adding chocolate chips to the cookie dough for an extra sweet twist. You can also experiment with different nuts, such as walnuts or almonds, in the filling.

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