Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies: Indulgent Treats for Everyone
Delight in the rich, buttery flavor of these classic pecan snowball cookies, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1 cup of powdered sugar until smooth.
- Stir in the flour, chopped pecans, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Form the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until they are lightly golden.
- Let them cool slightly, then roll them in the remaining powdered sugar.
- Allow to cool completely before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, try adding a hint of almond extract.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies, cookies, dessert, pecans