Gooey Pecan Cookie Cups

Delightful cookie cups with a luscious pecan filling, perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped pecans
• 1 cup corn syrup
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a muffin tin.
2. Cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
6. Divide the cookie dough among the muffin tin, pressing it down to form cups.
7. Combine the corn syrup, two eggs, vanilla extract, and salt in a separate bowl.
8. Stir in the chopped pecans until evenly mixed.
9. Pour the pecan filling into each cookie cup, filling them generously.
10. Bake in the oven for 18-20 minutes until the edges are golden brown and the centers are set.
11. Cool the cookie cups slightly before removing them from the muffin tin.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days at room temperature or freeze for longer storage.