Description
Classic Pecan Snowball Christmas Cookies are buttery, crumbly treats that melt in your mouth, perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add the flour, salt, and chopped pecans. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them 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.
- Roll the warm cookies in powdered sugar and then let them cool completely on a wire rack.
- Dust with additional powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For a nut-free version, substitute pecans with chocolate chips.
- Chill the dough for 30 minutes for easier handling.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Pecan Snowball Cookies, Christmas Cookies, Holiday Treats