Chocolate Chunk Pecan Cookies

Chocolate Chunk Pecan Cookies
  • Author: Anonymous

Delight in the rich indulgence of these irresistible chocolate pecan cookies. With a satisfying crunch from whole pecans and melty chocolate in every bite, these cookies are a decadent treat that is perfect for any occasion. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, you'll find yourself reaching for another one of these delectable treats time and time again.

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 200g dark chocolate , broken into squares (we like Green & Black's)
  • 100g butter , chopped
  • 50g light muscovado sugar
  • 85g golden caster sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 egg , beaten
  • 100g whole pecans
  • 100g plain flour
  • 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4. Melt 85g chocolate in the microwave on High for 1 min or over a pan of simmering water.
  • Beat in the butter, sugars, vanilla and egg until smooth, then stir in three-quarters of both the nuts and remaining chocolate, then the flour and bicarbonate of soda.
  • Heap 12 spoonfuls, spaced apart, on 2 baking sheets (don’t spread the mixture), then poke in the reserved nuts and chocolate. Bake for 12 mins until firm, then leave to cool on the sheets. Can be stored in a tin for up to 3 days.

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Cook Time

12M

Prep Time

PT15M

Yield

Makes 12

Nutrition

  • Calories: 294 calories
  • Fat Content: 20 grams fat
  • Saturated Fat Content: 8 grams saturated fat
  • Carbohydrate Content: 27 grams carbohydrates
  • Sugar Content: 17 grams sugar
  • Fiber Content: 2 grams fiber
  • Protein Content: 4 grams protein
  • Sodium Content: 0.44 milligram of sodium