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Pecan Snowball Cookies

Magical Pecan Snowball Cookies You Need Tonight

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Pecan snowball cookies are buttery, nutty, and coated in powdered sugar for a melt-in-your-mouth treat.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 36 cookies 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • Additional powdered sugar for rolling

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add vanilla extract and mix well.
  4. Gradually blend in flour, pecans, and salt.
  5. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on ungreased baking sheets.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
  7. Cool slightly, then roll in powdered sugar while still warm.
  8. Let cool completely, then roll in powdered sugar again.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
  • Freeze unbaked dough balls for up to 3 months.
  • Use room temperature butter for best texture.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cookie
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 25mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg