Cream Cheese Pecan Cookies Recipe – Easy Holiday Cookie Baking Idea
Cream cheese pecan cookies are the perfect blend of rich, buttery flavor and nutty crunch! Made with cream cheese for a soft texture and pecans for added depth, these cookies are ideal for holiday baking, cookie exchanges, or simply enjoying with a warm cup of coffee.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Electric mixer or whisk
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
- Measuring cups & spoons
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
- Optional: melted chocolate or glaze for topping
Instructions
- Cream Base: Beat butter, sugar, and cream cheese until light and fluffy.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Mix in egg and vanilla until smooth.
- Prepare Dry Mix: In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, and pecans.
- Combine: Gradually add dry mix to wet ingredients, stirring until dough forms.
- Shape Cookies: Scoop dough onto parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10–12 minutes, until edges are golden.
- Cool & Garnish: Cool on wire racks. Drizzle with chocolate or glaze if desired.
Notes
- Use softened cream cheese for smooth mixing.
- Toast pecans before adding for deeper flavor.
- Chill dough for thicker, chewier cookies.
- Avoid overbaking—edges should be golden, centers soft.
- Cool on wire racks to prevent sogginess.