Directions

• Preheat oven to 350°F.
• Spray a shallow baking dish or cookie sheet with non-stick spray and spread the pecans in a single layer. Roast the nuts until they are fragrant.
• When pecans are done, turn oven up to 375°F.
• Melt butter and add to mixing bowl. Add the sugars and beat on medium speed until it is creamed and light in color.
• Add eggs and beat until well combined.
• In another bowl, sift together cocoa powder, flour, baking soda, and salt. Add flour mixture slowly to the mixing bowl and beat on low until well combined. Add vanilla and combine.
• Chop pecans and fold into the mixture.
• Spoon the dough onto the cookie sheet and bake for about 10–15 minutes.