Pecan Snowballs

Delightfully buttery and irresistibly nutty, Pecan Snowballs are the ultimate holiday cookie treat! These melt-in-your-mouth confections combine simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla with finely chopped pecans for a rich and crumbly texture. Rolled twice in powdered sugar for a snowy, festive finish, these cookies are as beautiful as they are delicious. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, this easy recipe yields 24 perfectly bite-sized cookies that are ideal for holiday gatherings, gift-giving, or satisfying sweet cravings. Serve them with a warm mug of cocoa or coffee for an extra cozy touch! Perfect for Christmas cookie trays or any winter dessert table, Pecan Snowballs are a timeless classic that everyone will adore.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cup Pecans, finely chopped
• 1 cup Powdered sugar (for coating)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract and mix until fully incorporated.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 7

Use a tablespoon or cookie scoop to form dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies are lightly golden. The tops should still be pale.

Step 9

Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool slightly, about 5 minutes.

Step 10

While the cookies are still warm, roll them gently in the powdered sugar to coat them. Place them on a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Once cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar a second time to ensure a thick, snowy coating.

Step 12

Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(718.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3440.6

Total Fat 179.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 248mg	0%
Sodium 614.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 444.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 245.4g
Protein 35.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 138.7mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 763.4mg	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: 45.6%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 50.3%