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Butter Pecan Skillet Cookie Recipe

Serene Herrera
Butter Pecan Skillet Cookie is a beautiful Tex Mex dessert that celebrates the regional praline candy. The pecan praline topping is...
4 from 3 votes
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Cuisine Tex Mex
Servings 6
Calories 1282 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups Chopped Pecans
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar Packed
  • 2 large Egg Room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 2 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 cup Light Brown Sugar
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 300°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • Spread the pecans on the baking sheet so they’re spread evenly.
  • Toast in the oven for 15 minutes stirring them halfway through.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool.
  • Increase oven temperature to 350°F.
  • In stand mixer, add the room temperature butter.
  • Beat or mix on medium until the butter is smooth, then add the sugars and cream together until light and fluffy.
  • Add the eggs and vanilla extract. Mix until combined.
  • In a separate mixing bowl add the flour, cornstarch, baking soda, and salt.
  • Whisk together to combine.
  • Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients mixing slowly.
  • Once mostly combined, fold in the pecans.
  • Lightly spray cast iron skillet with baking spray and add the cookie dough. Spread evenly.
  • Bake at 350°F for about 30-35 minutes. The top will be golden brown.
  • Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center, if done no dough will come up on the toothpick.
  • Remove from the oven and set to cool for 5-10 minutes. Cookie can be served warm or room temperature.
  • In a medium saucepan melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the brown sugar and pecans. Bring to a boil while stirring.
  • Once boiling, reduce heat and allow to simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 5-7 minutes until thickened.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool. Sauce will thicken more as it cools.
  • Spoon onto the top of the skillet cookie and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 1282kcalCarbohydrates: 134gProtein: 11gFat: 80gSaturated Fat: 32gSodium: 463mgFiber: 5gSugar: 89g
Keyword Baked, Baking, Cookies, Desserts, Party Food, Pecans, Sauces, Tex Mex
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