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Pecan Snowball Cookies

Pecan Snowball Cookies
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Pecan Snowball Cookies are a sweet, buttery, and crumbly treat perfect for the holiday season or any time you crave a melt-in-your-mouth cookie. Featuring toasted pecans, rich butter, and a delicate coating of powdered sugar, these cookies blend a nutty crunch with a tender texture ideal for sharing and gifting.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus more for coating
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1 cup chopped pecans, toasted and cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pecans: Lightly toast the chopped pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly until fragrant and slightly golden. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until smooth and creamy. Gradually add 1/2 cup powdered sugar and continue beating until the mixture is light and fluffy.
  3. Mix in Vanilla and Flour: Add vanilla extract and salt to the butter mixture. Slowly incorporate the all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend) and mix just until combined to avoid overworking the dough.
  4. Fold in the Pecans: Gently fold the cooled toasted pecans into the dough, ensuring they are evenly distributed without crushing them.
  5. Shape the Cookies: Using your hands or a small cookie scoop, form dough balls approximately 1 inch in diameter. Place them evenly spaced on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  6. Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the cookies for 15-17 minutes, or until the edges are set but the centers remain soft. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
  7. Powdered Sugar Coating: While still warm, carefully roll the cookies in powdered sugar. Once completely cooled, roll them again in powdered sugar for a snowy finish.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking to prevent spreading.
  • Toast nuts gently to avoid burning—stir constantly and remove once aromatic.
  • Do not overmix the dough; combine ingredients just until incorporated to keep cookies tender.
  • Use fresh powdered sugar and sift it if necessary to avoid clumps in coating.
  • Handle warm cookies delicately when rolling in sugar to prevent breakage.

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