Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
- Cream the butter and sugars together in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy. You can use a hand mixer or a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment for this.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract, mixing well after each addition.
- Combine the dry ingredients in a separate bowl. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the pecans and chocolate chips with a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Drop dough by rounded tablespoons onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie for spreading.
- Bake for 9-11 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the centers are set. Keep an eye on them, as oven temperatures can vary.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
These pecan chocolate chip cookies are wonderfully crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside, with a delightful balance of flavors from the pecans and chocolate. They’re perfect for serving at gatherings, as a treat for your family, or even as a special snack just for yourself. Enjoy baking and indulging in your homemade cookies!
