Crunchy Praline Cookies Recipe

Name: Crunchy Praline Cookies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cookie Dough; 1/2 cup butter; 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar (light or dark); 1 large egg; 2 cups flour; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 1/4 teaspoon salt; Pecan Topping; 1 1/2 cups finely chopped pecans (walnuts may be substituted); 1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 cup sour cream

Servings: persons

Cookie Dough
1/2 cup butter
1 cup firmly packed brown sugar (light or dark)
1 large egg
2 cups flour
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pecan Topping
1 1/2 cups finely chopped pecans (walnuts may be substituted)
1/2 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup sour cream

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Mix the topping ingredients together in a bowl and set aside.
3
Cream together butter and sugar, then add the egg.
4
Sift dry ingredients together, then add together.
5
Roll dough into half-inch balls and place on a greased cookie sheet.
6
With the end of a wooden spoon, or with a dowel, make a small well in each ball.
7
Place 1/4 teaspoon pecan topping in each cookie.
8
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, keeping an eye on them towards the end as they can burn quickly.
9
Cool on a rack and store in an airtight container.
10
Note: Original recipe called for 1 Tablespoon whiskey, bourbon or orange juice to be added along with the egg, but I've never used it and found they turn out fine without.

1084

kcal

Calories

Fat

134

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cookie Dough, 1/2 cup butter, 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar (light or dark), 1 large egg, and more.

Yes, Crunchy Praline Cookies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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