12/10/2024
Chocolate Chunk Pecan Pudding Cookies ๐ช๐๐
Ingredients:
- 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour ๐พ
- 1 (3.4 oz) package instant vanilla pudding mix ๐ฎ
- 1 teaspoon baking soda ๐ฅ
- 1 teaspoon salt ๐ง
- 1 cup butter, softened ๐ง
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar ๐ฌ
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar ๐ค
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract ๐ฆ
- 2 large eggs ๐ฅ
- 2 cups pecan halves, roughly chopped ๐ฐ
- 2 cups chocolate chunks ๐ซ
Instructions:
1. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, pudding mix, baking soda, and salt. Set aside ๐ฅฃ.
2. Cream the butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla using an electric mixer. Beat for 2โ3 minutes until light and creamy. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition ๐ฅ.
3. Lower the mixer speed and gradually add the dry ingredients. Once added, increase the speed and mix for about 1 minute until fully combined ๐.
4. Fold in the chopped pecans and chocolate chunks by hand ๐ด.
5. Transfer the dough to an airtight container and chill for 1โ2 hours until firm โ๏ธ.
6. Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats ๐ฅ.
7. Use a medium ice cream scoop or two tablespoons to form dough mounds, placing them at least 2 inches apart on the baking sheets ๐ช.
8. Bake for 14โ16 minutes until lightly golden. Let the cookies cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a rack to cool completely ๐ง.
9. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to keep them fresh ๐ก๏ธ.