Description
Classic Snowball Cookies are tender, buttery cookies loaded with finely chopped pecans and rolled in powdered sugar for a melt-in-your-mouth treat. These delightful cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or everyday snack times, with a crisp outside and a soft, nutty center.
Ingredients
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Cookie Dough
- 1 cup salted butter softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups flour
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
For Rolling
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350℉ and line two baking sheets with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Mix Butter and Sugars: In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the softened butter with sugar and powdered sugar until creamy and well combined, creating a smooth base for the dough.
- Add Vanilla Extract: Stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly to infuse the dough with rich flavor.
- Incorporate Flour and Pecans: Add the flour and finely chopped pecans, mixing until fully combined. Scrape down the sides of the bowl at least once to ensure all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Form Dough Balls: Scoop the dough into 1 tablespoon portions and roll each into a ball to prepare for baking.
- Arrange on Baking Sheets: Place the dough balls onto the lined baking sheets, spacing them at least 2 inches apart to allow for expansion while baking.
- Bake Cookies: Bake one baking sheet at a time for 15 minutes or until the cookie edges turn a light golden brown, indicating they are perfectly baked.
- Cool Completely: Transfer the baked cookies to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely to set their shape and texture.
- Roll in Powdered Sugar: Once cooled, roll each cookie in powdered sugar to give them their classic snowball appearance and a sweet finish.
Notes
- If using unsalted butter, add 1/4 teaspoon of salt to the dough to balance the flavor.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- You can freeze either the cookie dough or finished baked cookies for up to 2 months, allowing for convenient future enjoyment.
- For variations, consider adding different nuts or a hint of cinnamon for extra flavor as suggested in the blog post.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
