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Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies
These Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies from deesviral are soft, rich, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Packed with buttery flavor, crunchy pecans, and coated in powdered sugar, these classic cookies are perfect for holidays, cookie trays, or cozy homemade treats.
Recipe Details
- Author: deesviral
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- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Dessert / Cookies
- Cuisine: American
- Keywords: snowball cookies, pecan cookies, buttery cookies, holiday cookies, deesviral
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- Extra powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and powdered sugar until creamy.
- Mix in vanilla extract and salt.
- Gradually add flour and mix until combined.
- Fold in finely chopped pecans.
- Roll dough into small balls and place on a lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden on the bottom.
- Let cookies cool slightly, then roll in powdered sugar while still warm.
- Cool completely and roll again in powdered sugar for the classic snowball finish.
Tips & Variations
- Toast pecans before mixing into the dough for deeper flavor.
- Add mini chocolate chips for a richer variation.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Why This Recipe Works
Butter creates a rich tender texture while powdered sugar keeps the cookies soft and delicate. Pecans add crunch and nutty flavor, and the double coating of powdered sugar gives these cookies their classic snowy finish.
