Chocolate Pecan Pie Cookies

Whoopie pies, cookie sandwiches, call them what you want. But oh baby, these Chocolate Pecan Pie Cookies are a revelation! Imagine a decadent pecan pie slathered in chocolate and sandwiched between two soft cookies. I tell ya, these sweet little treats are perfect for holiday parties, Christmas dinners, or just a random Friday when you need some comfort food. I promise they’re so darn good they’ll make your taste buds do a happy dance!

Time for some fun facts, y’all! Prep time is around 20 minutes, baking will set you back another 12 minutes, and total, from start to nom-nom time, is roughly 32 minutes. Each batch yields about 12 servings but sharing is a choice, not a requirement (wink wink).

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: 12 min
• Total Time: 32 min
• Servings: 12 cookies

So let’s move on from this intro and dive straight into what ingredients you’ll need to create these heavenly bites. Ready?

Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cocoa powder
• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
• 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips

Equipment: Mixing bowls, a whisk, a baking sheet, and a cookie scoop. Pro tip: the vanilla extract gives these babies a special kick, and the dark chocolate chips add an extra wholesomeness to these cookies!

How To Make Chocolate Pecan Pie Cookies

1. First, you’ve got to preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Line your baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix together your flour, cocoa powder, baking soda and salt in one mixing bowl.
3. In a separate bowl, combine the softened butter with both types of sugar and vanilla extract, then add the egg. This isn’t rocket science, but it’s almighty important!
4. Now, using a cookie scoop, scoop out dough balls and place onto the prepared baking sheet.
5. Don’t forget to sprinkle your chopped pecans and dark chocolate chips on top of each dough ball!
6. Bake in the preheated oven for about 12 minutes. Then leave them to cool on the baking sheet before serving.

Tips For The Best Results

• Ensure your butter is softened, not melted, to achieve the perfect cookie consistency.
• Avoid over-mixing the dough; this can result in tougher cookies.

Storage Tips

• They can be stored in an air-tight container for up to a week.
• For longer preservation, you can freeze the dough and bake when needed!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use a different type of nut instead of pecans?
A: Absolutely! Walnuts or almonds could be a great substitute for pecans here.

Q: Can i use white chocolate chips?
A: Sure thing! White chocolate will give a sweeter touch to your cookies.

Q: What if I don���t have a cookie scoop?
A: Not a big deal. You can use your hands or a regular spoon. Just try to keep the cookie dough balls roughly the same size.

Q: How do I know the cookies are done baking?
A: The cookies will still be soft when they come out of the oven but don���t worry, they���ll firm up as they cool!

Q: What type of cocoa powder should I use?
A: Any unsweetened cocoa powder should do the trick here.

Nutritional Facts of Chocolate Pecan Pie Cookies

• Calories: 198
• Fat: 11g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 3g

So, there you have it folks, my two cents on how to create the out-of-this-world Chocolate Pecan Pie Cookies. These treats are truly sinfully scrumptious��� and the best part is you can customize them to fit your own unique tastes.