Description
Delightful snowball cookies, dusted in powdered sugar, perfect for holiday gatherings. Rich and melt-in-your-mouth, these cookies are a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and chopped nuts, then mix until combined.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, kneading gently to form a dough.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until they are just set but not browned.
- Dust with powdered sugar while they are still warm and allow to cool on a wire rack.
Notes
To achieve the perfect melt-in-your-mouth texture, avoid overmixing the dough.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American