Description
Indulge in the festive delight of Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies, a holiday favorite that boasts a melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich buttery flavor. These charming little treats, rolled in powdered sugar, are perfect for sharing or savoring solo. With their nutty crunch from fresh pecans and a hint of vanilla, they create a cozy atmosphere at any gathering. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas or New Year’s, these cookies are sure to bring joy and smiles to everyone who enjoys them.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 5 minutes).
- Mix in the vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Gradually add the sifted flour and salt, mixing slowly to avoid flour flying everywhere.
- Gently fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
- Roll tablespoon-sized amounts of dough into balls and place on ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Allow cooling slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg