Snowball Cookies

Indulge in the timeless charm of Snowball Cookies, the ultimate holiday treat that melts in your mouth with every bite. These delicate, buttery cookies feature a luscious combination of finely chopped pecans and vanilla, encased in a soft yet crumbly texture that pairs perfectly with their iconic powdered sugar coating. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these easy-to-make cookies bake to perfection in under 12 minutes. Their snowy finish and nutty flavor make them a festive favorite for cookie swaps, dessert tables, or simply savoring with a warm cup of coffee or tea. Whether you call them Mexican wedding cookies or Russian tea cakes, this recipe delivers a batch of 24 irresistibly tender delights that encapsulate the sweet magic of the season.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup pecans (finely chopped)
• 1 cup powdered sugar (for coating)

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 the unsalted butter and 0.5 cups of powdered sugar together until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).

Step 3

Mix in the vanilla extract until combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing on low speed, until the dough starts to come together.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies are lightly golden. The tops should remain pale.

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 but not hot, gently roll each cookie in powdered sugar to lightly coat them. Place them on a cooling rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once the cookies are completely cool, roll them again in powdered sugar for a thicker coating.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(657.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3217.2

Total Fat 178.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 248mg	0%
Sodium 23.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 384.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.5g	0%
Total Sugars 186.3g
Protein 37.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 139.7mg	0%
Iron 14.1mg	0%
Potassium 767.0mg	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: 48.7%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 46.7%