Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treats at Home
Indulge in the delightful taste of Buttery 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
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup additional powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and salt.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped pecans.
- Form the dough into small balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before rolling in powdered sugar.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the dough.
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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