Cocoons

Delight your senses with these buttery, melt-in-your-mouth "Cocoons," a classic holiday cookie with a tender crumb and a nutty twist. Made with rich unsalted butter, finely chopped pecans, and a hint of vanilla, these oval-shaped cookies are baked to perfection and coated generously in powdered sugar for a snowy finish. Their delicate texture and sweet, nutty flavor make them perfect for any festive occasion or as a simple indulgence with your afternoon tea. This easy, 20-minute prep recipe yields 24 cookies, making it ideal for sharing or as a go-to treat for cookie swaps. Whether you're a seasoned baker or new to the kitchen, these irresistible pecan snowball cookies will bring warmth and joy to every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 226 grams Unsalted butter
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 240 grams All-purpose flour
• 100 grams Finely chopped pecans
• 100 grams Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar using a hand or stand mixer until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Mix in the vanilla extract until incorporated.

Step 4

Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined. Avoid overmixing to ensure the cookies stay tender.

Step 5

Fold in the finely chopped pecans using a spatula, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 6

Take small portions of the dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and shape them into oval, cocoon-like shapes by rolling between your palms.

Step 7

Place the shaped cookies onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart as they won't spread much during baking.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the bottoms begin to turn light golden brown. Be careful not to overbake.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.

Step 10

While still warm (but not hot), generously roll each cookie in powdered sugar to coat. Place them on a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Once cooled, optionally roll them in powdered sugar a second time for extra sweetness and presentation.

Step 12

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(724.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3823.6

Total Fat 267.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 119.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 500.4mg	0%
Sodium 38.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 348.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.2g	0%
Total Sugars 152.9g
Protein 37.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 154.7mg	0%
Iron 13.7mg	0%
Potassium 740.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.0%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 35.3%