Brown Sugar Pecan Refrigerator Cookies

Recipe View 5 mins In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy using an electric mixer. (Approximately 3-5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined. (Approximately 1-2 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.

Recipe View 3 mins Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.

Recipe View 2 mins Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Recipe View 2 mins Shape the dough into a log approximately 2 inches in diameter. Wrap tightly in parchment paper or plastic wrap.

Recipe View 1 hrs Refrigerate the dough for at least 1 hour, or up to 3 days. This chilling time is crucial for preventing the cookies from spreading too thin during baking. (Minimum 60 minutes)

Recipe View 1 mins When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Recipe View 2 mins Slice the chilled dough log into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Recipe View 2 mins Arrange the cookie slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving a little space between each cookie.

Recipe View 12 mins Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

Recipe View 3 mins Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.