Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies: The Best Homemade Treats
Delightful buttery pecan snowball cookies that melt in your mouth, perfect for holiday celebrations or a sweet treat any day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for coating
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just incorporated.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Form the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool slightly, then roll them in powdered sugar.
- Allow to cool completely and dust with more powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Chill the dough for about 30 minutes before baking for a firmer texture.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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