Chewy Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies

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Chewy Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies 🍪🌰

There’s something magical about a warm, chewy cookie fresh from the oven. Chewy Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies combine buttery richness, gooey chocolate chips, and crunchy toasted pecans in every bite. The soft centers and slightly crisp edges make these cookies absolutely irresistible.

If you love baking cozy desserts like your favorite Death by Chocolate Dump Cake, this recipe will quickly become another go-to treat in your kitchen. Perfect for family gatherings, holidays, or a sweet afternoon snack!

📝 Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Dry Ingredients

  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Mix-Ins

  • 1½ cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped pecans (lightly toasted for extra flavor)

🍫 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Dough

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  3. In a large bowl, cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy (about 2–3 minutes).
  4. Add egg and vanilla extract. Beat until fully combined.

Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients

  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
  2. Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture. Mix until just combined — do not overmix.

Step 3: Add Chocolate & Pecans

  1. Fold in chocolate chips and chopped pecans evenly throughout the dough.

Step 4: Chill (Optional but Recommended)

  1. Chill dough for 30–60 minutes for thicker, chewier cookies.

Step 5: Bake

  1. Scoop 2 tablespoon-sized balls onto baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.
  2. Bake for 10–12 minutes until edges are golden but centers look slightly underbaked.
  3. Let cool on pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

🧁 Methods for Extra Chewiness

  • Use more brown sugar than white sugar for moisture.
  • Slightly underbake cookies.
  • Chill dough before baking.
  • Use room temperature butter — not melted.
  • Toast pecans beforehand for deeper nutty flavor.

📜 History of Chocolate Chip Cookies

The classic chocolate chip cookie was invented in the 1930s by at the Toll House Inn. She added chopped chocolate to cookie dough expecting it to melt — instead, it created soft chocolate chunks throughout the cookie.

Later, struck a deal to print her recipe on chocolate packaging, making chocolate chip cookies famous worldwide. The addition of pecans became popular in Southern baking traditions, adding crunch and richness.

🍪 Formation & Texture

  • Butter + Sugar → Creaming incorporates air for soft structure.
  • Brown Sugar → Adds moisture and chewiness.
  • Egg → Binds and adds richness.
  • Flour + Baking Soda → Structure and lift.
  • Chocolate Chips → Melty sweetness.
  • Pecans → Crunchy texture contrast.

The perfect cookie has:

  • Golden edges
  • Soft chewy center
  • Even chocolate distribution
  • Toasted nut aroma

❤️ Why People Love These Cookies

  • Sweet & nutty flavor combination
  • Soft and chewy texture
  • Perfect balance of crunch and melt
  • Freezer-friendly dough
  • Crowd favorite for holidays & bake sales

These cookies are loved by:

  • Kids after school
  • Families during holidays
  • Coffee lovers
  • Chocolate fans
  • Anyone who enjoys homemade comfort food

🏁 Conclusion

Chewy Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies are timeless, comforting, and incredibly satisfying. With rich butter flavor, gooey chocolate, and crunchy pecans, every bite feels like home. Whether you’re baking for guests or just treating yourself, this recipe delivers perfect chewy cookies every single time.

Would you like a double chocolate version next? 🍫

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