Pecan Snowball Cookies
Delightful little treats that melt in your mouth, perfect for holiday gatherings or a special snack at home.
Servings: 24 cookies
Calories: 100kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup (113g) butter, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup 1 cup (120g) finely chopped pecans
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons (25g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat the room-temperature butter and vanilla extract together until creamy.
- Add the all-purpose flour, finely chopped pecans, granulated sugar, and salt to the butter mixture and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
- Once chilled, take small portions of the dough and roll them into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until the tops look dull but not browned.
- Let the cookies cool slightly, then roll them in powdered sugar. Allow them to cool completely before rolling in sugar again.
Notes
These cookies are perfect for any occasion, and can be served on a pretty plate or packaged as a gift. Consider adding a sprinkle of powdered sugar just before serving.