Crumbl-Inspired Pecan Pie Sugar Cookies: Buttery, Sweet, and Irresistible

Elevate your cookie game with these Crumbl-inspired pecan pie sugar cookies. A soft, buttery sugar cookie base topped with a gooey pecan pie filling creates the perfect blend of sweetness and crunch.

Ingredients

Sugar Cookie Base:

2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup granulated sugar
1 large egg
1 tsp vanilla extract

Pecan Pie Filling:

1 cup chopped pecans
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup light corn syrup
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg yolk
1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

Prepare the Sugar Cookies:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Scoop 2-tbsp portions of dough, roll into balls, and slightly flatten on the prepared baking sheet. Create a small indentation in the center of each cookie.
Make the Pecan Pie Filling:
- In a bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Mix until evenly combined.
Assemble and Bake:
- Spoon about 1 tbsp of the pecan pie filling into the indentation of each cookie.
- Bake for 12–14 minutes, or until the edges of the cookies are lightly golden.
- Cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.

Notes

For a thicker filling, slightly chill the pecan mixture before spooning onto the cookies.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
Perfect for holiday gatherings or gifting!