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Pecan Snowball Cookies

Delightful cookie balls coated in powdered sugar, filled with buttery goodness and crunchy pecans, perfect for sharing during festive occasions.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cookie Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch Can substitute with all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup butter, softened Ensure at room temperature for optimal creaming
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For the dough
  • 2.5 teaspoons clear vanilla
  • 1 cup pecans, finely chopped The key flavor component
Coating Ingredients
  • 2 cups powdered sugar For dusting the cookies

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour and cornstarch until combined. Set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add in 1 cup of powdered sugar.
  4. Mix in the clear vanilla until well distributed.
  5. Gradually incorporate the flour mixture and fold in the finely chopped pecans.
  6. Scoop small portions of dough and roll into balls. Refrigerate for 10 minutes.
Baking
  1. Bake the dough balls for 10 minutes or until lightly golden.
  2. Roll the warm cookies in powdered sugar for a sweet coating. Allow them to cool completely.

Notes

Store in an airtight container to preserve softness. Try adding almond extract for a twist, or substitute different nuts.