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Gooey pecan cookies cups

Gooey Pecan Cookies Cups That Warm Your Heart

These gooey pecan cookies cups are a delightful twist on a cherished recipe, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 cookie cups
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup Packed Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs or flax egg for vegan
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract or artificial vanilla
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda fresh
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt optional
For the Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans or walnuts
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips dark chocolate for less sweetness

Equipment

  • muffin tin
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Gooey Pecan Cookies Cups
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a muffin tin by greasing or lining it.
  2. Cream together softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar for 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
  3. Incorporate eggs one at a time and then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually mix this into the wet ingredients until combined.
  5. Fold in chopped pecans and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Spoon the dough into the muffin tin, filling each cup three-quarters full. Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden.
  7. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 80mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These cookies can be customized with different nuts or chocolate types for variety. Perfectly delicious when served warm.

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