Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies
These delightful snowball cookies combine the rich flavor of butter with crunchy pecans, creating a melt-in-your-mouth treat perfect for any occasion.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 100kcal
Ingredients
For the Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar (plus more for coating)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar together until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix until fully combined.
- Stir in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Gently fold in the finely chopped pecans. If the dough feels too soft to handle, chill for 20 to 30 minutes.
Shaping and Baking
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them about 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 13 to 15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the pan for about 5 minutes.
Coating
- While the cookies are still warm, roll each one in powdered sugar to coat.
- Allow them to cool completely, then roll them in powdered sugar once more for a snowy finish.
Notes
Chill the dough longer if needed to prevent cookies from flattening. You can also add a pinch of cinnamon or swap pecans for walnuts or almonds for variations.