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Snowball Cookies Recipe: Easy 6-Ingredient Holiday Treats

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These classic snowball cookies are buttery, tender, and packed with toasted pecans, then rolled in snowy powdered sugar. With just six simple ingredients, they’re a festive, melt-in-your-mouth treat perfect for holiday gatherings, gifting, or cozy afternoons.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (for dough)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup pecans, finely chopped (toasted recommended)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Mix in vanilla extract and salt until combined.
  4. Gradually add flour, mixing on low until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  5. Fold in finely chopped pecans until evenly distributed.
  6. Scoop dough by tablespoon and roll into smooth balls. Place 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until cookies are set but not browned. Rotate pan halfway through baking.
  8. Let cookies cool on the baking sheet for 3-5 minutes.
  9. While still slightly warm, roll cookies in powdered sugar. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  10. Once cooled, roll cookies in powdered sugar again for a snowy finish.
  11. Serve fresh or store in an airtight container.

Notes

For best results, use softened (not melted) butter and toast pecans before chopping. Roll cookies in powdered sugar while warm, then again when cooled for extra snowy coverage. Dough can be made gluten-free with a 1:1 flour blend. For nut-free, substitute mini chocolate chips or oats. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week, or freeze uncoated cookies for up to 2 months.

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