Praline Chip Cookies
Delicious praline chip cookies boast a perfect balance of buttery sweetness, crunchy pecans, and melty chocolate or butterscotch chips, ideal for satisfying sweet cravings or sharing with friends.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix flour and baking soda in a small bowl.
- Beat butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla in a large bowl with an electric mixer until well blended.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients on low speed, mixing just until combined.
- Stir in chopped pecans and chips.
Tips & Substitutions
For a richer flavor, try using dark brown sugar instead of light brown sugar. If you don't have pecans, walnuts or even almonds can be a great substitute. Make sure your butter is at room temperature for easier mixing. If your dough seems too sticky, chill it for 30 minutes before baking. To enhance the cookies, consider adding a pinch of sea salt on top before baking.
Serving Suggestions
These Praline Chip Cookies are delightful on their own, but they also pair beautifully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a glass of cold milk. Serve them as a sweet treat after meals or as an afternoon snack. For a festive touch, consider presenting them alongside Special Holiday Jello during gatherings.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. To keep them fresh longer, you can freeze them for up to three months. If you prefer warm cookies, reheat them in the microwave for about 10-15 seconds, or in a preheated oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Praline Chip Cookies contains roughly 184 calories, with 1g protein, 22g carbohydrates, and 10g fat.
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use different types of chocolate chips?
Absolutely! You can mix and match chocolate chips according to your preference. White chocolate, milk chocolate, or even peanut butter chips can work well in this recipe. Just keep in mind that the flavor profile will change depending on your choice.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).