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Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies Recipe

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Delight in these classic Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies, tender and crumbly cookies generously coated in powdered sugar, perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a sweet, nutty treat.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar (confectioner’s sugar)
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup pecans, finely chopped

Coating

  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking.
  2. Cream butter and sugar: In a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the softened butter and ½ cup powdered sugar on medium speed until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2–3 minutes.
  3. Mix dry ingredients and pecans: Add salt and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture, then gradually add the flour while mixing on low speed until just combined. Fold in the finely chopped pecans by hand to maintain texture.
  4. Shape the cookies: Using a 1-tablespoon scoop, form the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing each about 2 inches apart to allow for slight spreading.
  5. Bake the cookies: Place the baking sheets in the oven and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. Be careful to avoid overbaking to keep the cookies tender.
  6. Initial cooling and dusting: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. While still warm, gently roll each cookie in powdered sugar to begin the snowy coating.
  7. Final cooling and dusting: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Once fully cooled, roll them again in powdered sugar for a thick, snowy finish.
  8. Serve: Arrange the cookies on a serving platter and enjoy the buttery, nutty snowball cookies with family and friends.

Notes

  • Use finely chopped pecans or walnuts for best texture.
  • Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for smooth creaming.
  • Do not overbake to maintain a tender crumb.
  • Rolling the cookies twice in powdered sugar creates a perfect snowball appearance.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.

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