Pecan Pie Thumbprint Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treats at Home
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Indulge in the rich and nutty flavor of pecan pie thumbprint cookies, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup caramel sauce
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until smooth.
- Add the eggs, one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and chopped pecans.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Form dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet.
- Use your thumb to create an indentation in each ball.
- Fill each indentation with caramel sauce.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let them cool on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the dough.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg