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Crumbl Inspired Pecan Pie: Heavenly 1-Hour Treat

Crumbl Inspired Pecan Pie
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These Crumbl-inspired pecan pie cookies capture the essence of classic pecan pie in a delightful cookie format. They feature a soft, buttery sugar cookie base topped with a rich, gooey pecan pie filling. Perfect for holidays or any occasion, these cookies offer a harmonious blend of textures and comforting flavors.

Ingredients

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  • Sugar Cookie Base:
    • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
    • 3/4 cup vegetable or canola oil
    • 1 cup granulated sugar
    • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
    • 2 large eggs, room temperature
    • 2 tsp vanilla extract
    • 4 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1/2 tsp salt
    • 2 tsp baking powder
  • Pecan Pie Filling:
    • 10 tbsp unsalted butter
    • 1 1/3 cups brown sugar
    • 2 1/2 cups chopped pecans
    • 2 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1/2 cup heavy cream
    • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
    • 2 pinches nutmeg
    • 2 pinches salt
  • Optional Twists:
    • 1 tbsp maple syrup
    • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
    • Flaked sea salt for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. For the cookie dough: In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, oil, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and smooth.
  3. Mix in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is incorporated before adding the next. Stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture on low speed until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
  6. Scoop dough into large balls (about 3 tablespoons each). Place on prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart.
  7. Press a deep well into the center of each dough ball using your thumb or the back of a spoon.
  8. Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are just set and lightly golden. The centers should still be soft.
  9. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 10-15 minutes to firm up.
  10. While cookies cool, prepare the filling: Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  11. Stir in brown sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until slightly thickened and glossy.
  12. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped pecans. Let the filling cool for 5-10 minutes.
  13. Generously spoon the warm pecan pie filling into the well of each cooled cookie.
  14. Allow cookies to set at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to help the filling firm up.

Notes

  • For a deeper fall flavor, add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup to the pecan filling.
  • Fold in dark chocolate chips into the warm pecan filling for a chocolatey surprise.
  • Sprinkle with flaked sea salt before serving for a gourmet touch.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator if your kitchen is warm.
  • Cookies can be frozen for up to 2 months. Thaw at room temperature.

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