Pecan Snowball Cookies

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Pecan Snowball Cookies

These delightful Pecan Snowball Cookies are a perfect blend of pecans, butter, and powdered sugar, creating a heavenly texture that will make you coming back again and again.

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To get started, you’ll need the following ingredients: unsalted butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, finely chopped pecans, white whole wheat flour, and salt.

Pecan Snowball Cookies Ingredients

How to make this Recipe:

  1. Prepare dough

    In a large bowl, combine the chopped pecans, flour and salt. Then, in another bowl, beat together with a hand-held blender the butter, ⅓ cup of powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Combine the dry ingredients with the beaten butter and sugar mixture, and fold the two until it forms a dough that sticks together into a ball without crumbling apart. Set the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes.

  2. Roll cookies and bake

    When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350˚F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a 1 tablespoon-sized cookie scoop, scoop the dough into even portions, then roll each into an even ball. Makes about 18. Place on the prepared sheet pan, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie, and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden brown.

  3. Roll in powdered sugar and enjoy

    Remove from the oven and let cool for about 10 minutes, then roll the slightly warm cookies in the remaining powdered sugar. Let cool completely, then roll cookies in powdered sugar again until they are thoroughly coated. Use additional powdered sugar if needed.

Common Questions

What’s the best way to chop pecans for snowball cookies?

The best method is to use a food processor and pulse the pecans into small, even pieces. Avoid over-processing, as you don’t want to turn the nuts into a paste. Hand-chopping with a sharp knife is also an option for more texture.

Can I substitute pecans with other nuts?

Yes! Walnuts, almonds, or hazelnuts are great alternatives. Just make sure they are finely chopped for the right texture.

How do I get the powdered sugar to stick?

Roll the cookies in powdered sugar while they are still slightly warm. This allows the sugar to adhere. Once the cookies have cooled completely, roll them in powdered sugar again for a thicker, snow-like coating.

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Pecan Snowball Cookies

These Pecan Snowball Cookies are a favorite Christmas classic. They melt in your mouth and super easy to make.
Prep Time 50 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 9

Ingredients
  

  • 1 stick unsalted butter (room temperature)
  • cup powdered sugar (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup pecans (finely chopped)
  • 1 cup white whole wheat flour
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the chopped pecans, flour and salt. Then, in another bowl, beat together with a hand-held blender the butter, ⅓ cup of powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
  • Combine the dry ingredients with the beaten butter and sugar mixture, and fold the two until it forms a dough that sticks together into a ball without crumbling apart. Set the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  • When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350˚F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Using a 1 tablespoon-sized cookie scoop, scoop the dough into even portions, then roll each into an even ball. Makes about 18. Place on the prepared sheet pan, leaving about 2 inches between each cookie, and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden brown.
  • Remove from the oven and let cool for about 10 minutes, then roll the slightly warm cookies in the remaining powdered sugar. Let cool completely, then roll cookies in powdered sugar again until they are thoroughly coated. Use additional powdered sugar if needed.
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