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Chocolate Chip Toffee Pecan Cookies

Stacey – January 23, 2020 – 37 Comments

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Chocolate Chip Toffee Pecan Cookies

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Y’all! These cookies!

Imagine the perfect chocolate chip cookie – crisp on the outside, chewy and rich on the inside, studded with pecans and toffee, and with the perfect blend of sweet and salty flavors.  They might actually be my new favorite cookie. And I have super high standards when it comes to cookies.

I’ve been working for weeks to get these just right.  I’ve probably made 6 or 8 batches of cookies.  It’s been a tough job. {grins}

Chocolate Chip toffee Pecan Cookies stacked on yellow plate

I just love the science aspect of cooking. Knowing how different ingredients affect the end product is super fascinating and pretty important for a recipe developer.  

So creating the perfect cookie recipe took a little science.  And while I won’t bore you with all the little details, I think there are a few things that bear mentioning.  I think it makes us all better cooks, right?? Here we go…

Chocolate Chip Toffee Pecan Cookies on yellow plate

White Sugar and Brown Sugar

White sugar gives the cookie its crispy exterior.  Brown sugar, with its molasses, gives the cookie a chewy texture.  I think the perfect cookie is both crisp and chewy, so I’ve included both.  

Eggs

I know how frustrating it is to find a recipe that calls for a whole egg and one egg yolk. You’re left with the extraneous egg white and hate to throw it out.  I get it.  Well, if it wasn’t absolutely necessary, I wouldn’t include it. I promise.

That extra yolk gives the cookie an extra richness, but I find that two whites makes the cookies spread a bit too much.  It would require you to chill the dough, and I hate waiting for cookie dough to chill. When I want cookies, I want them right then!  If nothing else, pop that extra white in the fridge in a sealed container or zip-top bag and add it to scrambled eggs this weekend.  

Vanilla Extract

I like cookies to have tons of vanilla flavor – especially these. So I typically add 1 tablespoon (3 teaspoons) of vanilla extract to mine.  Most recipes this size call for 2 teaspoons.  But feel free to add whichever amount you think will best suit your taste.  When it comes to the brand, I typically use Watkins Baking Vanilla in the test kitchen because it is readily available at most supermarkets and super centers, but you use whatever your favorite is.  

Chocolate Chip Toffee Pecan Cookies on cooling rack

Now go make these cookies!  You’re going to love them! And you’re going to love just how easy they are! 

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Chocolate Chip Toffee Pecan Cookies

Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings 40 cookies (approx)
Author Stacey Little | Southern Bite

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons vanilla extract (see note)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour (see recipe for measuring instructions)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 1 cup chopped toffee pieces (like Heath Bits o' Brickle English Toffee Bits)

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 325°F and line a cookie sheet with parchment or a silicone baking mat.  
  • In large bowl, stir together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar. The butter should be soft enough to mix thoroughly, but not melted. Add the vanilla, egg, and egg yolk and stir until combined.
  • In another bowl, measure the flour by spooning the flour into the measuring cup and leveling it off. THIS IS IMPORTANT!
    Add the baking soda and salt and whisk together.
  • Add the flour mixture to the butter mixture and stir to combine. This might take some work, but it will combine.
  • Add the chocolate chips, pecans, and toffee pieces. Mix well. Allow the dough to rest about 5 minutes.
  • Use a 1 1/2 tablespoon cookie scoop to portion the dough out onto the prepared pan placing them about 4 inches apart.
    Bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Work in batches to use the remaining dough. Cool on the pan for 5 minutes before moving to a wire rack to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Notes

I like cookies with tons of vanilla flavor. While 2 teaspoons is typical in recipes of this size, I like to add 3 teaspoons (1 tablespoon) for that extra flavor.  But feel free to add whichever quantity you feel best suits your taste.  
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  1. Helen

    December 16, 2022 at 8:43 am

    It took a while to locate the toffee bits-finally I found them and made these cookies-they are wonderful!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      December 16, 2022 at 3:14 pm

      Glad to hear you enjoyed them!

      Reply
  2. Patty

    December 10, 2022 at 8:48 pm

    Great cookies! I added the 3 tsp of vanilla but cooked for 14 min. I like mine more on the crispy side.

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    • Stacey

      December 12, 2022 at 9:20 am

      Glad you enjoyed them!

      Reply
  3. Patty Owens

    July 16, 2022 at 4:46 pm

    We have the problem here of butter cookies turning hard in under 12 hours. I usually sub out one tablespoon of the butter with one tablespoon on crisco. I hope that this will work with these.

    Reply
    • Stacey

      July 18, 2022 at 9:02 am

      Let us know how these turn out!

      Reply
  4. Diane E. Ray

    November 5, 2021 at 6:36 am

    I MADE THESE YESTERDAY AND THEY ARE SO GOOD………THANKS FOR SHARING THE RECIPE…….

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    • Stacey

      November 8, 2021 at 2:42 pm

      So glad to hear you enjoyed them, Diane!

      Reply
  5. Michelle

    October 6, 2021 at 12:58 pm

    This are terrific and so easy. So flavorful and great texture! I can only find the Heath chips in the store during the holidays but buy them year round on Amazon. I think 1 t. of salt is too much and prefer 1/2 t.

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    • Stacey

      October 12, 2021 at 12:06 pm

      Thanks, Michelle! Glad to hear you enjoyed them!

      Reply
  6. Jennifer

    September 28, 2021 at 12:04 pm

    Have you ever frozen these cookies? I make cookies for my customers at Christmas time and I typically like to bake and freeze them a couple months ahead of time.

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    • Stacey

      September 28, 2021 at 1:29 pm

      Hi Jennifer! I haven’t tried that. I’m honestly a little worried about the humidity of the freezer combined with the toffee. It’s might melt. Some other sites say you can, but many recommend freezing the dough rather than the baked cookies. Sorry I couldn’t be of more help!

      Reply
  7. Tricia

    December 31, 2020 at 5:50 pm

    I just made these and they are wonderful. Do you think they would be good if I froze some for a few weeks…maybe in some ziplock bags with wax paper in between the layers?

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 5, 2021 at 4:50 pm

      I’ve not tried that, but I bet it should work.

      Reply
  8. RJ

    July 31, 2020 at 8:32 pm

    I must say, this is my new favorite cookie! Absolutely delicious. The entire family loves them too.

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    • Stacey

      August 3, 2020 at 3:25 pm

      Wonderful! I’m so glad you enjoyed them!!

      Reply
  9. Carol Lefor

    June 22, 2020 at 9:25 pm

    Love them!! Easy to mix & loved the extra vanilla!! Hubby loved them, as well.

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  10. Carol Lefor

    June 22, 2020 at 9:20 pm

    Love them!! Easy to mix & loved the extra vanilla!! Hubby loved them, as well

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    • Stacey

      June 23, 2020 at 11:51 am

      Glad to hear it!! Thanks for letting me know!

      Reply
  11. ellen allen

    May 21, 2020 at 11:15 am

    I love the way you place little bits of nuts and toffee and chocolate bits on the top before baking… really makes them into eye candy as well :)))

    Reply
    • Stacey

      May 21, 2020 at 1:27 pm

      We eat with our eyes first, right? 🙂 Thank you!!

      Reply
  12. marvina Rose johnson

    January 31, 2020 at 12:33 pm

    OK, Stacey. I am printing this recipe and will make it this weekend. Can’t wait.

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    • Stacey

      February 3, 2020 at 1:20 pm

      Hope you enjoyed them, Marvina!

      Reply
  13. Pam Hart

    January 27, 2020 at 11:18 am

    These cookies taste fantastic! The only question I have is mine spread out to flat and didn’t look like your picture. What can I do different?

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 27, 2020 at 11:36 am

      This is the perpetual issue with baking recipes that don’t use weight measurement. That said, the easiest way to fix it is to chill the dough, then scoop it and bake. I’ve not had to do that with this recipe, but it usually means the fat to flour ratio might be off a bit and chilling it will slow the butter melting down a bit.

      Reply
      • Prescilla

        August 21, 2021 at 9:09 pm

        Can you substitute egg in this recipe?

        Reply
        • Stacey

          August 23, 2021 at 8:37 am

          I wouldn’t recommend it.

          Reply
      • Michelle

        October 6, 2021 at 1:04 pm

        I agree. Also, make sure your butter is not TOO soft. It should not look glossy and melty. I keep my baking chips and nuts in the freezer which helps keep the cookie dough cold as well. Never use a warm or hot cookie sheet.

        Reply
        • Stacey

          October 12, 2021 at 12:06 pm

          Great tip! Thanks, Michelle!

          Reply
      • Janice

        October 20, 2022 at 9:32 pm

        I do half Crisco and half butter. Same great taste but the cookies do not spread out so much. Still great tasting!

        Reply
        • Stacey

          October 21, 2022 at 9:01 am

          Great tip! I’ll have to try that. Thanks for sharing.

          Reply
  14. Claudine

    January 23, 2020 at 6:14 pm

    Stacey,
    These cookies were superb! I am like you, I love vanilla and always add more than called for in the recipe. I also like to add some cinnamon especially when I am making cookies, or anything that has chocolate in it. I took the liberty of adding some cinnamon to this recipe and YUMMMMMMMMMMMMMM! Thank you Stacey for sharing this recipe.
    Claudine in Fort Worth, TX

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 24, 2020 at 8:29 am

      Wonderful, Claudine! I’m so glad you enjoyed them!!

      Reply
  15. Susan

    January 23, 2020 at 2:55 pm

    Sounds like a must-try recipe! Is there a reason not to use a mixer?

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 24, 2020 at 8:31 am

      You can use a mixer for sure. It’s just not necessary.

      Reply
  16. Mary

    January 23, 2020 at 2:09 pm

    These do look good, can’t wait to try them..Mmmm chocolate chips, toffee and pecans yum!

    Reply
    • Stacey

      January 23, 2020 at 2:14 pm

      Hope you love them as much as we do!

      Reply

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