Classic Crumbl Copycat Pecan Pie Cookies
Indulge in these delightful copycat Crumbl Pecan Pie Cookies, featuring a soft cookie base and a rich, gooey pecan pie topping. Perfect for any occasion, these cookies are a taste of homemade comfort.
Equipment
- large bowl
- medium saucepan
- baking sheets
- parchment paper
- wire rack
Ingredients
For the Cookies
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Pecan Pie Topping
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup light brown sugar, packed
- ¼ cup corn syrup (light or dark)
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- 1 ½ cups chopped pecans
Instructions
Prepare the Cookie Dough
- Cream together softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla extract.
- Whisk together flour, baking soda, and salt; gradually add to wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Cover and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Make the Pecan Pie Topping
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan, then stir in brown sugar and corn syrup until combined and sugar dissolves.
- Remove from heat, cool slightly, then whisk in egg yolk, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Stir in chopped pecans until evenly coated and set aside.
Shape the Cookies
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop ¼ cup of chilled dough, shape into a disc, and create an indentation in the center.
- Arrange cookies 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Add the Topping
- Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of pecan pie topping into the indentation of each cookie disc.
Bake
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are golden and topping is set and bubbly.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 10-15 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Ensure cookies are fully cooled on the baking sheet before transferring to prevent the topping from spilling. For extra flavor, toast the pecans lightly before adding them to the topping mixture.