Chocolate Pecan Shortbread Cookies (Vegan + GF)

Meet the delightful combination of crunchy shortbread, toasted pecans, and rich dark chocolate: a match made in heaven! Our take on Alison Roman’s renowned Salted Chocolate Chunk Shortbread Cookies has a delightful spin, making it surprisingly easy to devour the entire batch. Just as her original recipe is notoriously hard to resist, our version shares the same irresistible charm.

Simple yet effective methods stand in your way. Let’s get baking, friends!

Indulge in these scrumptious shortbread cookies, crafted with only a few staple ingredients you likely have on hand: vegan butter, cane sugar, vanilla extract, gluten-free flour blend (or all-purpose flour for those who don’t require GF), flaky sea salt, rich chocolate chips, and crunchy pecans!

Hand mixer in a bowl of creamed vegan butter and cane sugar

Initially, we whip the butter and sugar together until they form a smooth, airy consistency. After combining the remaining ingredients, we shape them into a dough and incorporate finely chopped to create a cohesive mixture.

Pouring chopped pecans into a bowl of cookie dough topped with chopped dark chocolate

We then roll the dough into a log shape, making it effortlessly transformable into a visually appealing cookie.

Slicing a log of shortbread cookie dough

To achieve a desired texture, we allow the dough to refrigerate for a period of time before slicing and baking it until the cookies are just set.

The preparation time for this recipe requires minimal effort, yet the waiting period proves to be a more significant challenge. After letting the cookies cool for approximately 10 minutes to allow them to firm up, it’s time to showcase their deliciousness. Prepare for deliciousness!

Cooling rack with vegan gluten-free dark chocolate pecan shortbread cookies

Are these indulgent treats about to capture your heart? They’re:

Crispy
Buttery
Flaky
Nutty
Chocolate-studded
Easy to make
& Too good to eat just one!

Entice friends and family with warm, fresh-baked treats at festive gatherings, or stash them in the freezer as dough or cookies for impromptu indulgences.

More Crispy, Shortbread-Style Cookies

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Picking up a shortbread cookie from a stack of more cookies

Preheat your oven to 350°F (176°C), then cover a baking sheet with parchment paper for effortless cleanup.
Cookies stored at room temperature remain fresh for up to three days, while those frozen retain their flavor and texture for a minimum of one month, potentially even longer.