Description
Rich, nutty cookies that melt in your mouth, coated in powdered sugar—perfect for family gatherings and holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar, plus more for dusting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1 pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together the butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the flour, chopped pecans, and salt. Mix until combined; the dough may feel crumbly.
- Scoop out 1-inch balls of dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between them.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the edges are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend. Ensure butter is at room temperature for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cookies, dessert, pecan, holiday, family recipe, sweet treats