Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies

1. Chill the dough: Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This helps the cookies hold their shape during baking.

Step 3: Bake the Cookies

1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Roll the dough into balls: Scoop about a tablespoon of dough and roll it into a small ball using your hands. Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
3. Bake: Bake the cookies for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake them, as they are meant to be soft and crumbly.

Step 4: Coat with Powdered Sugar

1. Cool slightly: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
2. Roll in powdered sugar: While the cookies are still warm, roll them in powdered sugar until fully coated. For an extra snowy effect, roll them in sugar again once they’ve completely cooled.

Conclusion:

Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies are an irresistible treat that perfectly balances the rich, nutty flavor of pecans with the sweet, buttery goodness of a soft cookie. With their snow-like coating of powdered sugar, they bring a festive touch to any holiday gathering. Serve these cookies with a cup of tea or coffee, and enjoy their delightful melt-in-your-mouth texture!