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Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies – Easy and Irresistibly Delicious

Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies

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These Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies are the perfect holiday treat, featuring a melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich pecan flavor.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and mix until incorporated.
  4. Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until combined.
  5. Fold in the chopped pecans.
  6. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on an ungreased baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the bottoms are lightly golden.
  8. Allow cookies to cool slightly, then roll them in additional powdered sugar while they are still warm.
  9. Store in an airtight container once completely cooled.

Notes

  • For a more intense pecan flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the dough.
  • You can substitute the all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour if needed.

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