Step 1

Cream butter and both sugars together until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

Step 2

Turn mixing speed down and add egg and vanilla extract.

Step 3

Add ice cream and mix until all combined.

Step 4

Combine flour, baking soda and salt.

Step 5

Add to dough and mix until just combined. DO NOT OVERMIX.

Step 6

Stir in pecans.

Step 7

Wrap in wax paper and chill for about 1 hour.

Step 8

When ready to make, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line cookie sheets with a silicone mat or parchment paper.

Step 9

Scoop dough with medium cookie scoop on to prepared cookie sheets.

Step 10

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until they start to brown along the edges.

Step 11

Cool on cookie sheets for 5-7 minutes then move to wire racks to cool completely.

Step 12

When cool, the cookies can be dipped half in chocolate and sprinkled with colored sprinkles. See note.