• Preheat oven to 350℉. Gather your ingredients so that you have everything close at hand on the counter or table.

Prepare the Ingredients

• Using a nut chopper, chop 1/2 cup chopped pecans. Place 2/3 cup butter in a glass measuring cup and heat in microwave until butter has melted.

Make the Batter

• In a small bowl, mix together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon baking soda.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter and 2 cups brown sugar. Stir in 2 large eggs and 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, mixing until all ingredients are incorporated.
• Gradually stir in flour mixture, just until combined. The batter will be thick.
• Spread batter into an oblong cake pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Sprinkle batter with 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips and chopped pecans.
• Bake in preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until cookies are set in the center. Allow to cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing. Makes 20.