pecan snowball cookies
Pecan Snowball Cookies are delightful bite-sized treats that are perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion. These buttery, nutty cookies are rolled in powdered sugar, giving them a beautiful snowball appearance.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper (optional)
- 1 hand mixer or whisk
- 1 cooling rack
- 1 sifter (for powdered sugar)
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar plus extra for dusting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pecans chopped
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper if desired.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar using a hand mixer or whisk until light and fluffy.
- Add in the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- Gradually add in the all-purpose flour and salt, mixing until just blended.
- Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool slightly on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
- While still warm, gently roll the cookies in powdered sugar to coat them completely.
- Transfer the coated cookies to a cooling rack and allow them to cool completely.
Notes
For added flavor, you can toast the pecans before chopping them.
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
You can also add different nuts if you prefer, such as walnuts or almonds.