Christy's Mexican Wedding Cookies
Delicate, buttery, and perfectly sweet, Christy's Mexican Wedding Cookies are a classic treat with a rich, nutty twist. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies are crafted with finely chopped pecans or walnuts, adding a delightful crunch to their tender texture. Coated generously in powdered sugar, they’re as beautiful as they are delicious—perfect for holidays, weddings, or any festive gathering. With a simple blend of pantry staples like butter, flour, and vanilla, these cookies come together quickly in under 40 minutes, making them an excellent go-to for last-minute baking. Whether served with coffee, tea, or on their own, these powdered sugar-dusted confections are guaranteed to impress.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (for dough)
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Finely chopped pecans or walnuts
- 1 cup Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar (for dough) using a hand or stand mixer until the mixture is light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the vanilla extract to the butter-sugar mixture and mix until fully incorporated.
Step 4
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the mixture, about 1/2 cup at a time, mixing each addition until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 5
Fold in the finely chopped pecans or walnuts using a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Step 6
Using your hands, roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each cookie.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden but the tops remain pale. Avoid overbaking.
Step 8
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.
Step 9
While the cookies are still warm, roll them gently in the powdered sugar (for dusting) to coat them completely. Place the coated cookies on a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 10
Once the cookies have cooled, roll them in the powdered sugar one more time for a thick, even coating. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (659.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3228.2 |
| Total Fat 178.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 63.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 248mg | 0% |
| Sodium 21.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 387.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 17.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 191.6g | |
| Protein 37.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 138.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 764.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories