Description
These Melt-In-Your-Mouth Pecan Snowball Cookies are a delightful treat that’s perfect for the holiday season. With a buttery, nutty flavor and a snowy coating of powdered sugar, these cookies are sure to be a hit at any Christmas gathering.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus more for coating)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream butter and sugar: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add flavor: Add vanilla extract and mix until combined.
- Combine dry ingredients: Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a dough forms.
- Add pecans: Stir in the chopped pecans.
- Shape and bake: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into smooth balls. Place on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12–15 minutes.
- Cool and coat: Let cookies cool for 5 minutes, then roll them in powdered sugar while warm. Cool completely and roll in powdered sugar again for a snowy finish.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toast the pecans before chopping.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.
- These cookies also freeze well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
