Pumpkin Spice Pecan Pie Cookie Cups

These Pecan Pie Cookie Cups are the perfect autumn treat! Made with a pumpkin spice cookie mix, they're filled with a buttery pecan filling and topped with a drizzle of chocolate sauce.

The result is a delicious, festive cookie that's perfect for fall gatherings. And best of all, they're super easy to make. So if you're looking for a show-stopping dessert that will impress your guests, look no further than these Pecan Pie Cookie Cups!

Check out all the other easy pumpkin dessert ideas for even more delicious recipes.

The best part of fall is all the delicious food that comes with it. One of my favorite fall easy cookie recipe is for these pecan pie cookie cups. The recipe starts with a pumpkin spice cookie mix, and then filled with a homemade pecan pie filling.

The result is a batch of delicious, bite-sized treats that are perfect for any autumn gathering. Not only do they look festive, but they taste amazing too. I guarantee that everyone will be asking for the recipe once they've try one (or two) of these cookie cups.

This recipe is almost like pecan pie, only in a cookie cup! The filling for this recipe is very similar to the filling I used for my Mini Pecan Tartlets recipe.

Looking for more Easy Desserts for Fall? Try my Cake Mix Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies, Pumpkin Apple Dump Cake or my  Mini Pumpkin Bundt Cakes.

Table of Contents

• Betty Crocker Pumpkin Spice Cookie Mix
• How to make cookie cups
• 🍽Helpful Kitchen Tools
• Main Ingredients Needed
• Step-by-Step Directions
• Serving Tips
• Before You Begin!
• Recipe Variations
• Cookie Storage Tips
• Cookie Freezing Tips
• 📖 Recipe Card
• 💬 Comments

Betty Crocker Pumpkin Spice Cookie Mix

Package cookie mixes are a convenient and affordable way to bake delicious cookies at home. For this recipe I used a Betty Crocker Pumpkin Spice Cookie Mix as the base for the cookie cup.

• Be sure to read the instructions on the package carefully. Some mixes may require you to add additional ingredients, such as eggs or butter.
• Be mindful of bake time. Overbaking can result in dry, crumbly cookies, so be sure to set a timer and check on your cookies regularly. Finally, don't be afraid to get creative! Adding your own mix-ins, such as chocolate chips or nuts, can take your cookies from ordinary to extraordinary.

How to make cookie cups

Making cookie cups is a fun and easy way to enjoy cookies with a twist. All you need is a simple cookie recipe, a cupcake pan, and some frosting or filling of your choice.

Prepare the cookie dough according to your recipe. Using a small ice cream scoop, spoon, or tart tamper tool, place dough into the bottom of a muffin pan. I think mini muffin pans work best for cookie cups.

Make sure the dough is evenly distributed and not too thick. Bake the cookies for the time specified in your recipe. Once they are done baking, let them cool completely before removing them from the pan.

To fill the cookie cups, simply pipe or spoon frosting or filling into the center of each one. You can get creative with different flavor combinations – the possibilities are endless!

🍽Helpful Kitchen Tools

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Main Ingredients Needed

For the Cookies

• 1 pouch Betty Crocker Pumpkin Spice Cookie Mix; 17.5 oz size
• Flour
• Butter; softened
• 1 egg

For the Pecan Pie Filling

• 1 Egg
• Brown sugar
• Corn syrup; I used Karo Light
• Vanilla extract
• Chopped pecans
• Chocolate syrup to drizzle; optional

Cooking Tip: The Pastry Dough Tart Tamper Tool works great for this recipe, however, if you don't have one, try using the back of a melon ball scoop.

Step-by-Step Directions

• Step 1: Preheat oven to 365° F. In a medium bowl, combine the ingredients for the Pecan Pie Filling; set aside while you bake the cookie cups.

• Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the Pumpkin Spice Cookie Mix with the flour, egg and softened butter. Shape the dough into 1 ¼ inch balls and place in a mini muffin tin that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
• Step 3: Shape the dough into 1 ¼ inch balls and place in a mini muffin tin that has been sprayed with non-stick cooking spray.
• Step 4: Make an indentation in the center using the Pastry Dough Tart Tamper Tool. 

• Step 5: Bake for 10 minutes. Remove cookie cups from oven and reshape the indentations. You can use the back of a melon ball scoop or the tart tamper tool again. Do not use your thumb! The dough is very hot.
• Step 6: Spoon 1 tablespoon of the pecan pie filling into each cookie cup.
• Step 7: Bake for another 8 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
• Step 8: Cool for 10 minutes before running a knife around the edge of each cookie cup to loosen. Continue to cool in the pan for another 30 minutes before removing to make sure the cookie cups do not fall apart.

Serving Tips

• Drizzle melted chocolate, chocolate syrup or even caramel syrup on top of the cookies.  
• The perfect little piece of heaven in a cookie cup...wouldn't you agree?

Recipe Variations

• You can use any cookie mix flavor for this recipe. Chocolate cookie mix would be delicious with the pecan filling.
• Add mini chocolate chips to the pecan filling!
• Check out my Pumpkin Coffee Cake Recipe.

Cookie Storage Tips

• Baked cookies can last for several weeks if stored properly. The key is to keep them fresh and prevented from drying out. One way to do this is to place them in an airtight container. This will help to keep out moisture and preserve the cookies’ flavor and texture.
• Another way to store baked cookies is to place them in a single layer on a plate or tray and cover them with plastic wrap. This will allow the cookies to breath and prevent them from becoming soggy.
• Whatever method you choose, make sure to check on the cookies regularly and discard any that show signs of spoilage. With proper care, your baked cookies will stay fresh and delicious for weeks to come.

Cookie Freezing Tips

• Simply bake your cookies as usual, allow them to cool completely, and then place them on a baking sheet in the freezer.
• Once they are frozen solid, transfer them to an airtight container or freezer bag.
• When you are ready to enjoy a cookie (or two), simply remove as many as you need from the freezer and let them thaw at room temperature for about an hour.
• Frozen cookies will stay fresh for up to six months, so you can always have a tasty treat on hand.

📖 Recipe Card

This recipe has been updated since it first appeared in 2016 with new photos and a new printable recipe card that includes nutritional information. I hope you enjoy the updates as much as I enjoyed working on them!