Chocolate Chip Mexican Wedding Cakes
Delightfully buttery and melt-in-your-mouth tender, Chocolate Chip Mexican Wedding Cakes offer a unique twist on the classic holiday favorite. These bite-sized cookies are enriched with finely chopped pecans for a nutty crunch and studded with mini chocolate chips for bursts of sweetness in every bite. Rolled in a snowy coating of powdered sugar, these cookies have a festive, wintry charm perfect for entertaining or gifting. With just 20 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients like unsalted butter, vanilla, and all-purpose flour, these treats are as easy to make as they are irresistible to eat. Whether served at a special celebration or paired with a cup of coffee on a cozy afternoon, these Mexican Wedding Cakes are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (for dough)
- 1.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Finely chopped pecans
- 0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Powdered sugar (for coating)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture, beating on low until just incorporated.
Step 5
Fold in the finely chopped pecans and mini chocolate chips using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the dough.
Step 6
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies are light golden brown. Avoid overbaking.
Step 8
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 9
Once the cookies are fully cooled, roll them in the remaining 1 cup of powdered sugar, coating thoroughly.
Step 10
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage. Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (673.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3221.8 |
| Total Fat 169.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 68.8g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 0% |
| Sodium 612.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 411.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 18.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 209.8g | |
| Protein 37.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 147.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 15.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 646.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories