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Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies

These Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies are soft, melt-in-your-mouth treats coated in powdered sugar. With rich butter, toasted pecans, and a snowy finish, they make the perfect holiday or wintertime cookie for any occasion.
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Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup butter softened
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1½ teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, cream butter, ½ cup powdered sugar, salt, and vanilla until light and fluffy.
  • Gradually add flour, mixing just until combined—don’t overmix. Stir in chopped pecans until evenly blended; if the dough feels too soft, chill for 10–15 minutes.
  • Roll into 1-inch balls and place 2 inches apart on the sheet. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until the bottoms are lightly golden and tops remain pale.
  • Cool for 5 minutes, roll warm cookies in powdered sugar, then let cool completely and roll again for a snowy finish.