Buttery Pecan Snowball Treats (Print)
Soft, buttery treats with pecans and powdered sugar, perfect for any occasion.
# Ingredients:
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1 cup unsalted butter, softened
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1 cup powdered sugar, plus more for dusting
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 cup finely chopped pecans
# Directions:
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
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Add the vanilla extract to the butter mixture and mix until well combined.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt to combine.
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Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just incorporated.
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Fold in the finely chopped pecans using a wooden spoon or a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
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Scoop out small portions of dough, about 1 tablespoon each, and roll them into balls. Place the balls on the lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
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Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden but the tops remain pale.
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Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
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Once the cookies are completely cool, dust them generously with additional powdered sugar.