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Best Snowball Cookies
Ingredients
- 1 cunsalted butter
softened
- ½ cpowdered sugar
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- 2 ¼ call-purpose flour
- 1 cvery finely chopped pecans
- ¼ tspsalt
- ⅓3334326744 cup powdered sugar
or more as needed
Directions
- 1
Gather all ingredients. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
Beat butter, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and vanilla with an electric mixer in a large bowl until smooth.
- 3
Gradually mix in flour, pecans, and salt until completely incorporated.
- 4
Roll dough into walnut-sized balls and place 2 inches apart onto ungreased baking sheets.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven until bottoms are light golden brown but tops are still pale, 12 to 15 minutes. (Try not to let cookies get too brown: it's better to undercook them than to overcook them.)
- 6
Remove cookies from the oven and let sit on the baking sheets briefly before removing to wire racks.
- 7
Place 1/3 cup powdered sugar in a shallow bowl; roll hot cookies in sugar to coat, then return to the wire racks to cool.
- 8
Once cooled, roll cookies in the powdered sugar once more.
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About this Recipe
Dreaming of a festive, buttery treat that melts in your mouth with every bite? These Best Snowball Cookies are your answer, delivering rich, sweet indulgence that's incredibly easy to make for any holiday gathering or cozy evening.
What makes this recipe truly special is its simplicity paired with an undeniable deliciousness. With a high ratio of butter to flour and finely chopped pecans, these cookies achieve that signature tender, crumbly texture that sets them apart from ordinary shortbread. Rolling them in powdered sugar twice ensures that iconic snowy exterior and a burst of sweetness.
Prepare for a delightful experience that delivers a true melt-in-your-mouth sensation. Each cookie is rich with the flavor of butter and vanilla, complemented by the subtle toastiness of finely chopped pecans, all finished with a delicate coat of powdered sugar. The generous yield means you'll have plenty of these lovely, bite-sized desserts to share or savor. In just about 45 minutes, you'll transform simple ingredients into impressive, festive treats that look as good as they taste.
While pecans are a classic choice, feel free to get creative! You can easily swap them for other finely chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds, or even omit them entirely if you prefer a nut-free version. For an extra touch of flavor, consider adding a hint of almond extract alongside the vanilla. You can also experiment with different extracts to create unique flavor profiles.
These beautiful, snow-dusted cookies are perfect for holiday platters, cookie exchanges, or as a charming homemade gift. They pair wonderfully with a cup of coffee, tea, or even a glass of milk, making them an ideal dessert for any occasion calling for a touch of sweetness and cheer.