Toasted Pecan Cookies Recipe

Sharing is caring!

Looking for a cookie recipe that combines the best flavors into one delicious treat? Look no further! These toasted pecan cookies hit all the right notes with their perfect blend of oatmeal, Rice Krispies cereal, and pecans. Whether you’re enjoying them with a cup of coffee or packing them for a busy day, these cookies are sure to become your new favorite.

Do you ever find yourself craving the perfect cookie? The kind that combines all the flavors you love into one irresistible treat? We’re going to share with you the ultimate pecan cookie recipe that will satisfy all your cookie dreams. Toasted pecans, chewy oatmeal, and crispy Rice Krispies all come together in one delicious cookie.

Ingredients

Let’s take a look at all of the ingredients that go into these tasty treats:

• 1 cup of butter (2 sticks) 
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 ½ cups oatmeal
• 1 ½ cups chopped pecans, toasted
• 2 cups Rice Krispies

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line baking or cookie sheets with parchment paper.
2. Cream butter and sugar at high speed in a large mixing bowl of an electric mixer using the paddle attachment. (If you can’t find it, it’s perfectly fine to use the whisk attachment.)

Next, beat in the eggs and vanilla, then mix until smooth.

1. Combine flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients with your mixer on low. Mix until the flour is well incorporated.

1. The crackly goodness gets added next – oatmeal, pecans, and Rice Krispies. You can use your mixer at low speed to help incorporate these ingredients, or feel free to get an upper body workout by mixing them by hand.

1. Using a cookie scoop, place scoops of cookie dough onto a parchment or Silpat-lined cookie sheet. (I like to bake cookies on a baking stone.) Medium-sized scoops work well for these.

1. Bake at 400 degrees for about 10 to 12 minutes, or until they are a nice golden color.

These cookies don’t last long at my house. If you love crunch pecan cookies, you will love these!

If you can’t resist a good homemade cookie, be sure to check out my Easy 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Cookies, White Chocolate Cranberry Cookies, and Sweet and Spicy Chocolate Chip Cookies. Each one brings its own twist on classic flavors – perfect for cookie swaps, gifting, or late-night cravings.

Lynda – Southern Kissed

Toasted Pecan Cookies

5 from 3 votes

The ingredients in this recipe for Toasted Pecan Cookies are kitchen staples and it is likely that you already have all of the ingredients.  They're made with oatmeal and Rice Krispies, so they could even be considered a breakfast cookie.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 24 minutes mins

Total Time 34 minutes mins

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 237

Ingredients Method Nutrition Video

Ingredients

  

1x2x3x?

• 2 sticks of butter softened
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 2 eggs
• 2 teaspoons vanilla
• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon. baking powder
• 2 ½ cups oatmeal
• 1 ½ cups chopped pecans toasted
• 2 cups Rice Krispies

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. Cream butter and sugars at high speed of mixer. Add eggs and vanilla and mix until smooth.
3. Combine flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Add to cream mixture with mixer set to a low setting. Mix until flour mixture has been well incorporated.
4. Add oatmeal, pecans, and Rice Krispies.
5. Using medium-sized scoop, place cookie dough on baking sheet 2-inches apart from each other.
6. Bake 10-12 minutes or until done. Cook for 2 minutes on baking sheet and then allow to continue to cool completely on baking rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 237kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 155mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16g

Video

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!

Take Your Toasted Pecan Cookies to the Next Level

Ready to make the best pecan cookies ever? Let’s cover the essentials — toasted nuts, chewy texture, and a few baking tricks — plus some fun ideas for gifting your sweet creations.

Toasted Pecans: The Secret to Deep Flavor

Toasting pecans brings out their rich, buttery flavor. Spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 8–10 minutes, stirring once, until fragrant and golden. Cool, chop, and fold them into your dough for that irresistible crunch and nutty depth that makes these cookies shine.

The Chewy Cookie Combo

The secret to that perfect chewy-meets-crispy texture? Oats and Rice Krispies. Oats add heartiness and flavor, while the cereal keeps things light and crisp. Together, they give every bite the perfect balance of chew and crunch.

Quick Baking Tips

• Soften butter properly — room temp, not melted.
• Measure flour right — spoon and level for accurate results.
• Watch your oven — cookies should be lightly golden at the edges and soft in the center. If using a baking stone, let them sit 3–5 minutes before transferring to a rack.

Packaging & Gifting Ideas

These cookies are too good not to share! Pack them in classic cookie tins or Mason jars tied with ribbon and a handwritten note. For something extra special, build a gift basket with your cookies, local honey, and a bag of coffee — a sweet surprise anyone would love.

Last Bite

Leave a comment below… and tell me if you’re team chewy or crispy when it comes to cookies! Share how yours turned out, and don’t forget to save this recipe on Pinterest – because there’s always room for one more cookie in the jar.