Certainly! Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies, also known as Russian Tea Cakes or Mexican Wedding Cookies, are delightful and easy to make. Here’s a simple recipe for you:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for rolling
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter, 1/2 cup powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in the finely chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on an ungreased baking sheet, leaving a little space between each.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cookies are set but not browned.
- Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool for about 5 minutes.
- While the cookies are still warm, gently roll them in powdered sugar. Place them on a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar again to give them a snowy appearance.
- Store the cookies in an airtight container, and they should keep well for several days.
Enjoy your Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies! They’re perfect for holidays or any time you’re craving a delicious, buttery treat.
