BUTTERY PECAN SNOWBALL COOKIES

Step 4: Shape the Cookies

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Scoop about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a smooth ball.
3. Place the balls about 1 inch apart on the baking sheet—they don’t spread much, so close placement is okay.

Optional: For extra uniformity, use a small cookie scoop.

Step 5: Bake to Perfection

1. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are just beginning to turn a light golden color.
2. Remove from oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes.

Important: The cookies will still be soft when hot—handling them gently preserves their shape.

Step 6: Coat in Powdered Sugar

1. Transfer the slightly warm cookies to a large bowl of powdered sugar.
2. Roll each cookie gently until fully coated.
3. Place the coated cookies on a wire rack to cool completely.
4. Optional: For extra “snowiness,” roll them in powdered sugar a second time once fully cooled.

Tips for the Perfect Snowball Cookies

• Butter temperature: Make sure your butter is softened, not melted. This ensures the cookies stay tender.
• Chop pecans finely: This creates an even texture in every bite.
• Double coating: Rolling cookies twice in powdered sugar creates a beautiful snowball effect.
• Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. They can also be frozen for longer storage.

Serving Suggestions

These cookies pair beautifully with hot chocolate, coffee, or tea. They’re also a wonderful addition to cookie trays during holidays or festive gatherings. For a creative twist, you can mix in a few mini chocolate chips or sprinkle a tiny pinch of cinnamon into the powdered sugar for a subtle flavor boost.

Final Thoughts

Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies are simple yet elegant, with a melt-in-your-mouth texture and nutty richness that will have everyone asking for seconds. From toasting the pecans to coating each cookie in snowy powdered sugar, the process is a labor of love that yields a delicious, timeless treat.

If you want, I can also give you a shortcut version for quicker cookies that still captures the same buttery pecan goodness.

Do you want me to make that version too?