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Pecan Snowball Cookies

Irresistible Pecan Snowball Cookies Quick Easy Recipe


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  • Author: sophieb
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 24 cookies 1x

Description

Delight in easy pecan snowball cookies that melt in your mouth This quick recipe brings classic flavor to your dessert table Perfect for any occasion


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup of unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1/2 cup of powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
  • 2 cups of all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup of chopped pecans
  • 1/4 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 cup of powdered sugar (for dusting)

  • Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  • Incorporate the vanilla extract and mix until combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, chopped pecans, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, combining until just incorporated.
  • Use your hands to form small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) of dough and place them on parchment-lined baking sheets.
  • Bake your cookies in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
  • Once baked, allow the cookies to cool slightly, then toss them in powdered sugar for that classic snowy finish.
  • Notes

    Pecan Snowball Cookies are a delightful blend of buttery goodness and nutty flavor, sure to charm your taste buds. Perfect for the holiday season, these cookies are easy to make and offer a melt-in-the-mouth texture.

    • Prep Time: 15 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: Dessert
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 24 cookies
    • Calories: 120
    • Sugar: 5g
    • Fat: 7g
    • Carbohydrates: 14g
    • Fiber: 1g
    • Protein: 2g