There are some cookies that disappear from the cooling rack almost as quickly as they come out of the oven, and these Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies are definitely one of them!
They’re buttery, chewy, lightly crisp around the edges, and packed with a combination of white chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and chopped pecans. The cinnamon adds a subtle warmth that makes the whole kitchen smell incredible while they bake.
And the best part? The dough can be prepared ahead and chilled overnight, making these cookies especially convenient when you want freshly baked treats without doing everything at the last minute.
If you love easy homemade cookies with plenty of chocolate and a little crunch, you’ll want to keep this recipe close!
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What Are Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies?
These Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies are made with a rich butter-based dough using both all-purpose flour and cake flour. Brown sugar and granulated sugar provide sweetness, while a whole egg plus an extra yolk help create a rich cookie dough.
The real stars are the mix-ins: white chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate chips, and chopped pecans.
The dough is portioned into individual cookies and refrigerated for at least 3 hours—or overnight—before baking. That means you can prepare the dough in advance and bake the cookies when you're ready.
Why You'll Love This Cookie Recipe
There’s a lot to love about these cookies!
Two kinds of chocolate: White chocolate and semi-sweet chocolate give every bite plenty of chocolate flavor.
Crunchy pecans: Chopped pecans add texture and a delicious nutty contrast.
Buttery and rich: Melted butter creates a wonderfully rich base.
A hint of cinnamon: Just enough cinnamon adds warmth without overpowering the chocolate.
Make-ahead friendly: The dough needs to chill for at least 3 hours and can be refrigerated overnight.
Soft centers: The cookies are baked until the edges are lightly golden while the centers remain slightly soft.
What Do Chocolate Chip Pecan Cookies Taste Like?
These cookies are rich, buttery, sweet, and wonderfully chocolatey.
The semi-sweet chocolate chips add deeper chocolate flavor, while the white chocolate chips bring extra sweetness and creaminess. Pecans add a pleasant crunch, and cinnamon gives the cookies a subtle warmth in the background.
Fresh from the oven, the edges are lightly golden while the centers are still soft. Let them cool on a wire rack and you'll have a delicious homemade cookie that's hard to resist!
Ingredients You'll Need
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