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Pecan Snowball Cookies

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These Pecan Snowball Cookies are buttery, nutty, and lightly sweet, featuring a melt-in-your-mouth texture with a snowy powdered sugar finish, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 36 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Holiday
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the cookies
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Provides the rich, tender base and helps the cookies melt in your mouth. Use room temperature butter for easier creaming.
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar Adds sweetness and helps create a fine, tender crumb when creamed with butter.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Brings warmth and depth to the cookie flavor.
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour The structure of the cookies. Measure by spooning into the cup and leveling for best results.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Balances the sweetness and enhances the other flavors.
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans Adds nutty crunch and flavor. Finely chopping distributes the pecan texture through each bite.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling) For coating the warm cookies, creating the classic snowy appearance and extra sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing just until a soft dough forms.
  6. Fold in the finely chopped pecans gently.
  7. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
  2. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then roll them in powdered sugar while still warm.
  3. Once fully cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar a second time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcal

Notes

Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. Freeze baked cookies for up to 3 months.

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