Description
These delightful Pear Cookies are a perfect blend of tender pears, warm spices, and a hint of sweetness, making them an ideal treat for any occasion. Their soft, chewy texture and comforting aroma will surely become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1 cup finely chopped ripe pears (about 1 medium pear), peeled and cored
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Gently fold in the chopped pears and nuts (if using).
- Drop rounded tablespoons of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, about 2 inches apart. Flatten each cookie slightly with the bottom of a glass or your hand.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar, if desired.
Notes
- Ensure your pears are ripe but firm to avoid a mushy cookie.
- For a chewier cookie, slightly underbake them.
- Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- These cookies freeze well. Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet until frozen, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: PT20M
- Cook Time: PT12M
- Category: Cookies
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Protein: 2g