Dessert

Caramel Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe

Name: Caramel Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature; 1 ½ cups light brown sugar, packed; ½ cup granulated sugar; 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract; 2 large eggs; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda; 1 bag (11 ounces) milk chocolate morsels; 1 ¼ cup caramel bits or whole caramels, chopped; 1 cup chopped pecans

ByMarina Montclair April 9, 2026April 9, 2026

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Introduction

These Caramel Pecan Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delightful treat combining gooey caramel, crunchy pecans, and rich chocolate chips in a soft, buttery cookie. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth with a balance of textures and flavors.

Several round cookies are laid out on a crumpled white paper over a white marbled surface. Each cookie is golden brown with a slightly textured surface and is loaded with visible chocolate chips and pecan pieces, giving a mix of dark brown and reddish-brown colors. Scattered around the cookies are more dark chocolate chips and pecans, adding a contrast on the white paper. The cookies have a slightly raised edge with a softer center, showing a familiar, homemade texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
1 ½ cups light brown sugar, packed
½ cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 large eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 bag (11 ounces) milk chocolate morsels
1 ¼ cup caramel bits or whole caramels, chopped
1 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar for about 2 minutes until fully blended.
Step 3: Add in the eggs and vanilla extract, beating until the mixture is well combined.
Step 4: Mix in the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and baking soda. Beat just until fully combined—avoid overmixing.
Step 5: Gently fold in the milk chocolate morsels, caramel bits, and chopped pecans.
Step 6: Using a 2-tablespoon cookie scoop, drop dough onto the prepared cookie sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. If you like, press extra chocolate chips lightly on top of each cookie.
Step 7: Bake for 11 to 13 minutes, or until the edges are lightly browned.
Step 8: Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for several minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Tips & Variations

Use homemade vanilla extract for a deeper, richer flavor.
Swap pecans for walnuts or almonds for a different nutty twist.
For extra gooey caramel, press a few additional caramel bits on top before baking.
If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the granulated sugar to ¼ cup.

Storage

Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. For longer storage, freeze the cookies in a sealed container for up to three months. When ready to enjoy, thaw at room temperature or warm briefly in the microwave for a soft, fresh-baked feel.