Description
These Kentucky Derby Pie Cookies are a delightful spin on the classic Derby Pie, featuring a rich chocolate and pecan filling in a buttery cookie crust. Perfect for celebrating the Derby or any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for filling)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the egg and vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- In a separate bowl, combine the chopped pecans, chocolate chips, corn syrup, heavy cream, and vanilla extract for the filling.
- Make a small indentation in the center of each cookie dough ball and fill with the pecan-chocolate mixture.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the edges are set and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Make sure to use fresh pecans for the best flavor.
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 4
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 20
Keywords: Kentucky Derby Pie Cookies, chocolate pecan cookies, Derby dessert, easy cookie recipe, American dessert