Best 5 Cream Cheese Butter Pecan Cookies Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Cream Cheese Butter Pecan Cookies. These cookies are a symphony of flavors and textures, blending the richness of cream cheese, the nutty crunch of pecans, and the buttery goodness of shortbread. Each bite offers a perfect balance of sweetness and tang, leaving you craving more. With their elegant appearance and irresistible taste, these cookies are perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual gathering or a special celebration. Our collection of recipes includes variations to suit every preference, from classic cream cheese cookies to decadent butter pecan creations. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a baking adventure that will yield unforgettable homemade treats.

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CREAM CHEESE FINGER COOKIES



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These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are one of my mom's specialties. Made with cream cheese and butter, they're very rich...and the pecans add wonderful flavor. They're great with hot cup of coffee or a tall glass of milk. -Jeanne Voss Anaheim Hills, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup butter, softened
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon sugar
Dash salt
1 cup finely chopped pecans
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, cream butter and cream cheese until light and fluffy, 3-4 minutes. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour, sugar and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in pecans (dough will be crumbly)., Shape tablespoonfuls into 2-in. logs. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Bake until lightly browned, 12-14 minutes. Carefully roll warm cookies in confectioners' sugar. Cool on wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CREAM CHEESE BUTTER PECAN COOKIES



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I combined a couple of recipes to come up with this cookie. I had made another version found online and they were delicious and tasted just like the ice cream, but they were a crumbly, shortbread texture and I wanted more of a soft cookie. This is what I got with this recipe!

Provided by SPumpFan

Categories     Dessert

Time 38m

Yield 60-70 About 5 Dozen, 60-70 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup light brown sugar
1 cup butter, softened
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rum extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 egg yolk
2 cups pecans, chopped
6 ounces toffee pieces, chopped
2 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the brown sugar, butter, cream cheese, rum extract vanilla extract and egg yolk.
  • Using a large spatula or spoon, Stir the pecan and toffee pieces into your mixture.
  • Using your spoon or spatula, fold your flour and salt into the mixture, a little bit at a time. Thoroughly blend in each addition, before adding more.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour. (I let mine sit overnight).
  • Preheat your oven (use convection bake if you have it) to 375 degrees F.
  • Use light colored baking sheets and lightly grease them. Use a teaspoon to dig out your dough, using more if you like larger cookies, and roll into a ball. Slightly flatten each ball with your palms.
  • Bake for 8 minutes, or until light golden brown. (The cookies will cook a bit more once they are out of the oven.).
  • Let your cookies cool ON THE BAKING SHEET before moving them to your racks. My rule of thumb was when I could pick up the baking sheet and it may have been slightly warm, but I definitely didn't need to worry about oven mitts. This includes the bottom center of the sheet.
  • Storage: To keep your cookies soft, place a piece of bread in the bottom of an airtight container and pile the cookies on top.

BUTTER PECAN CREAM CHEESE COOKIES (CAKE MIX)



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I came up with these after seeing a recipe for Devils Food Cream Cheese Cookies. My mom does not care for chocolate, so I decided to try using a Butter Pecan cake mix instead. They were a hit. Very soft and chewy. I hope you enjoy them!

Provided by Elaine

Categories     Dessert

Time 18m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup softened butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon maple flavoring or 1/4 teaspoon vanilla flavoring
1 (18 ounce) box butter pecan cake mix (2 layer)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Cream butter and cream cheese together.
  • Blend in egg and maple flavoring.
  • Add dry cake mix 1/3 at a time, mix well after each addition.
  • Chill for 30 minutes.
  • Drop by spoonful on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes or until just lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 34.9, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 15.5, Sodium 33.5, Carbohydrate 0.3, Sugar 0.2, Protein 0.6

BUTTER PECAN COOKIES



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When my daughter was a teen, these butter pecan cookies earned her two blue ribbons from two county fairs. Then a few years ago, her own daughter took home a blue ribbon for the same cookie. Needless to say, these mouthwatering morsels are real winners!-Martha Thefield, Cedartown, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1-3/4 cups chopped pecans
1 tablespoon plus 1 cup butter, softened, divided
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature, separated
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups self-rising flour
1 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Place chopped pecans and 1 tablespoon butter in a baking pan. Bake at 325° for 5-7 minutes or until toasted and browned, stirring frequently. Set aside to cool. , In a large bowl, cream brown sugar and remaining butter until light and fluffy. Beat in egg yolk and vanilla. Gradually add flour and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for 1 hour or until easy to handle. , Roll into 1-in. balls, then roll in toasted pecans, pressing nuts into dough. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets. Beat egg white until foamy. Dip pecan halves in egg white, then gently press one into each ball. , Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool for 2 minutes before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233 calories, Fat 18g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 31mg cholesterol, Sodium 208mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

PECAN-CREAM CHEESE SHORTBREAD COOKIES



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Whip up a batch of these Pecan-Cream Cheese Shortbread Cookies for the holidays. These pecan-studded cookies are sweet, crunchy and festive.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 21 servings, 2 cookies each

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup butter, softened
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened
3/4 cup plus 1 Tbsp. granulated sugar, divided
2 cups flour
3/4 cup finely chopped toasted pecans

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Beat butter, cream cheese and 3/4 cup sugar in large bowl with mixer until light and fluffy. Gradually add flour, mixing well after each addition. Add nuts; mix well.
  • Roll dough into 42 (1-inch) balls. Place, 2 inches apart, on baking sheets sprayed with cooking spray. Use bottom of small glass dipped in remaining granulated sugar to press balls into 1/4-inch-thick rounds.
  • Bake 8 to 10 min. or until bottoms are golden brown. Cool 1 min. Remove to wire racks; cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 55 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

Tips:

  • Use softened cream cheese and butter for a smooth and creamy dough.
  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
  • Use a cookie scoop to ensure uniform cookie sizes and even baking.
  • Bake the cookies until the edges are just beginning to brown for a soft and chewy texture.
  • Allow the cookies to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container at room temperature.

Conclusion:

These cream cheese butter pecan cookies are a delightful treat that combines the richness of cream cheese, the nutty flavor of pecans, and the warmth of butter. With their soft and chewy texture, they are perfect for any occasion. By following the tips and tricks provided in this recipe, you can easily create these delicious cookies at home. Enjoy them with a glass of milk or coffee for a satisfying snack or dessert.

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