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butter pecan chocolate chip cookies with pecans chocolate chips scattered in between

Brown Butter Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies

Brown butter pecan chocolate chip cookies are loaded with toasted nuts and chocolate chips in each bite. With crispy edges and a gooey, chocolatey center, these gluten-free butter pecan cookies are an absolute treat!
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Gluten-Free Dessert
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 13 minutes
Chilling Time: 1 hour
Servings: 12 cookies
Calories: 275kcal
Author: Capri Lilly

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 3/4 cup lightly packed dark brown sugar
  • 1 large egg plus 1 egg yolk at room temperature
  • 1/2 tbsp vanilla
  • 2 1/4 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (that contains xanthan gum)
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 cup chocolate chips of choice
  • 2/3 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

  • Brown the Butter: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Continue cooking, swirling the pan occasionally, until the butter turns a golden brown color and has a nutty aroma. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Transfer the butter to a large bowl.
  • Toast The Pecans: In the same pan, add ½ tbsp of butter and the chopped pecans. Toast the pecans over medium low heat until fragrant and golden, this typically takes 2-3 minutes. Be sure to stir constantly to ensure the pecans do not burn. Once the pecans are toasted, remove them from the heat and let them cool completely.
  • Combine Ingredients To Form Wet Mixture: In a large bowl, mix together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, eggs, vanilla extract, and browned butter. Mix until smooth and well incorporated.
  • Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon and salt.
  • Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Fold in Pecans and Chocolate Chips: Gently fold in the chopped toasted pecans and chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the cookie dough.
  • Chill The Dough: Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour (up to 24 hours).
  • Preheat Oven: When ready to make the cookies. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Scoop Dough: Use a cookie scoop or tablespoon to drop rounded dough balls onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving space between each. Make each cookie 2-3 tablespoons in size each.
  • Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. The centers may still be soft but will firm up as they cool.
  • Cool: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • Enjoy: Grab a cookie (or two!) and relish the rich flavors of brown butter, pecans, and chocolate!

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 33.3g | Protein: 5.6g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5.3g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 5577mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 4.9g | Sugar: 15.5g | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 1mg