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Delicious Snowball Cookies for Holiday Cheer

Snowball Cookies

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Indulge in the melt-in-your-mouth bliss of Snowball Cookies. Bursting with buttery flavors and rolled in powdered sugar, these delicate treats are perfect for holiday cheer or anytime you crave a sweet snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ¼ cups pecan halves
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • ⅓ cup powdered sugar
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) while preparing the dough.
  2. In a large bowl, mix softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Gently blend in the vanilla extract until combined.
  4. Sift together all-purpose flour and salt, then gradually add to the butter mixture.
  5. Fold in finely chopped nuts until evenly distributed in the dough.
  6. If the dough is sticky, chill it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  7. Shape the dough into tablespoon-sized balls between your palms.
  8. Place the balls on a lined baking sheet, spacing them an inch apart.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden on the bottom.
  10. Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
  11. Dust warm cookies with powdered sugar using a sifter or fine-mesh sieve.
  12. Cool completely on a wire rack and dust again for a snowy effect.

Notes

  • Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
  • Use finely chopped nuts for better texture.
  • Adjust powdered sugar for desired sweetness.

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