Description
A delightful combination of nutty brown butter, bourbon, crunchy pecans, and rich chocolate chunks, perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup toasted pecans, chopped
- 1 cup dark chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Brown the Butter: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter, stirring until it turns golden brown—about 5 to 7 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
- Mix the Sugars: In a bowl, combine the brown sugar and granulated sugar. Pour the browned butter over and mix until well combined.
- Add the Eggs and Vanilla: Stir in the eggs, one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract until creamy.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Incorporate: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the Good Stuff: Gently fold in toasted pecans and chocolate chunks until evenly distributed.
- Chill the Dough (Optional): Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for a chewier texture.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop and Bake: Drop balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing apart. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Cool and Enjoy: Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Notes
Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt on each cookie before baking for an extra flavor boost. Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: cookie, dessert, brown butter, pecans, chocolate chunk, bourbon