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Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies

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Delicious melt-in-your-mouth cookies with a buttery richness and a crunchy pecan texture, dusted with powdered sugar.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract and pinch of salt.
  4. Gradually add the flour, mixing just until combined, then fold in the pecans.
  5. Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 2 inches apart on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the edges turn golden.
  7. Allow cookies to cool for a few minutes and roll in powdered sugar while still warm.
  8. Cool completely on a wire rack.

Notes

Ensure the butter is at room temperature before creaming it with sugar for a smoother dough.

  • Author: instantmeals
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian