Description
Delightful buttery pecan snowball cookies that are rich, crumbly, and dusted in powdered sugar, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened butter and powdered sugar until creamy and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract and salt, mixing until combined.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, then fold in the chopped pecans.
- Scoop small portions of dough and roll them into 1-inch balls, placing them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until they are lightly golden but still soft.
- Let them cool slightly, then toss in powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
For best results, do not overmix the dough and consider chilling it for 30 minutes. You can also toast the pecans for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg