Craving a sweet treat? Dive into these delightful Butter Pecan Snowball Cookies! A cinch to prepare, they’re the ideal treat for holiday festivities or a simple weekend indulgence.
Are you yearning for a delectable sweet indulgence to satisfy your cravings? Look no further than the irresistible charm of our Butter Pecan Snowball Cookies! These delightful treats are a breeze to prepare, and they are the quintessential delight to elevate your holiday festivities or provide you with a comforting weekend indulgence that transcends the ordinary.
The mere thought of these cookies conjures up visions of cozy winter gatherings, joyful family celebrations, and moments of pure indulgence. They’re not just any cookies; they’re a portal to a world of scrumptious delight.
The preparation of these Butter Pecan Snowball Cookies is a straightforward and enjoyable process, allowing even the most novice of bakers to craft a masterpiece. You don’t need to be a culinary maestro to whip up these sweet sensations. With a few simple steps, you can create a treat that’s as stunning to look at as it is delightful to taste.
Picture this: golden-brown, buttery cookies adorned with pecans, gently dusted with a snowy layer of powdered sugar. They practically melt in your mouth, leaving behind a trail of nutty, buttery goodness. The combination of flavors and textures is simply divine, making them the perfect accompaniment to your holiday celebrations.
Not just limited to holidays, these cookies are the ideal companion for your relaxed weekend moments. Imagine savoring one of these delectable morsels with a steaming cup of your favorite tea or coffee, perhaps curled up with a good book, and feeling your worries melt away. These Butter Pecan Snowball Cookies have the remarkable ability to transform an ordinary weekend into an extraordinary one.
In essence, these cookies are more than just a sweet treat; they’re a sensory journey that transports you to a realm of pure delight. So why settle for ordinary when you can embrace the extraordinary with Butter Pecan Snowball Cookies? Elevate your taste experience, create lasting memories, and relish the joy they bring to your palate and heart.
Ingredients:
- 1 c butter softened
- 1/2 c powdered sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 c flour
- 1 c finely chopped pecans
- 1 c powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees
- In stand mixer cream butter and powdered sugar. Turn to low and mix in salt, vanilla, flour and pecans.
- Roll into one inch balls. Place on parchment covered baking sheets a few inches part.
- Bake for 11 minutes. Do not over bake
- Remove from oven and allow to cool just enough to handle them.
- Pour 1 cup powdered sugar in large Ziploc bag or in a wide bowl.
- Gently add 3-4 cookies at a time and roll them gently in the bottom of the bag.
- Use fork to scoop under each cookie and gently shake to remove excess powdered sugar.
- Place on cooling racks. Once completely cooled roll in powdered sugar bag again.