Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies ❄️🥮✨

A melt-in-your-mouth holiday classic—rich, buttery cookies with chopped pecans, rolled in powdered sugar for a festive finish.

Ingredients 🛒

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• ½ cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 cup finely chopped pecans

Instructions 👩‍🍳

1. Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix dough: Cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Add vanilla. Stir in flour, salt, and pecans until dough forms.
3. Shape: Roll dough into 1-inch balls. Place on baking sheet.
4. Bake: Bake 12–15 minutes until set but not browned.
5. Coat: While warm, roll cookies in powdered sugar. Cool, then roll again for snowy finish.
6. Serve: Enjoy with coffee, tea, or as a festive holiday treat.

Tips 🌟

• Extra flavor: Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg.
• Variation: Swap pecans for walnuts or almonds.
• Serving idea: Stack in a holiday tin or gift box.

Details

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: ~30 minutes
• Yield: 24–30 cookies

Caption & Engagement

Caption: “Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies—sweet, nutty, and dusted with holiday magic ❄️🥮✨”

• Comment prompt: “Do you call them snowballs or wedding cookies?”
• Rotating closers: “Save for your holiday baking.” • “Tag a friend who loves festive cookies.” • “Simple steps, timeless flavor.”