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Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies

Delightful little cookies that are rich, tender, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, perfect for any time you crave something sweet.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter, at room temperature Provides a rich and creamy flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered Sugar For sweetness and signature snowball look.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Base of the cookies; whole wheat can be used for a nuttier flavor.
  • 1 cup Chopped Pecans For warm, nutty flavor; walnuts or almonds can be used as alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds aroma and enhances overall flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
  3. Mix in the vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, chopped pecans, and salt.
  5. Gradually add the dry mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Scoop out small portions of dough and roll them into balls (about 1 inch in diameter), and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Roll in powdered sugar while still warm.
  9. Let cookies cool completely before enjoying or storing.

Notes

Chill the dough for about 30 minutes if it feels too soft. You can switch nuts or add other ingredients like chocolate chips. For a finer crumb, process the pecans before adding.