Favourite Mexican Wedding Cakes Pecan Cookie Balls
Delight in the buttery, nutty bliss of Favourite Mexican Wedding Cakes Pecan Cookie Balls, a classic treat that melts in your mouth and adds a touch of indulgent sweetness to any occasion. These tender, crumbly cookies are made with finely chopped pecans and delicately rolled in powdered sugar for a snow-like coating, making them as beautiful as they are delicious. With just a handful of simple ingredients, including rich unsalted butter and aromatic vanilla extract, this recipe is perfect for holiday celebrations or as an everyday treat with tea or coffee. Easy to prepare and ready in under an hour, these cookies feature a delightful balance of nutty richness and sugary sweetness, and they store wonderfully in an airtight container for a full week of snacking. Perfect for sharing, gifting, or simply savoring, these pecan cookie balls are a timeless favorite you'll return to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar (for dough)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar (for dough) until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes using a hand or stand mixer.
Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until fully incorporated.
Fold in the finely chopped pecans using a spatula or spoon, ensuring they're evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
Remove the dough from the refrigerator and roll it into 1-inch balls. Place the balls about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheets.
Bake in the preheated oven for 13-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake as these cookies are meant to be tender and delicate.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once the cookies cool completely, roll them generously in powdered sugar (for rolling) until fully coated.
Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to a week. Enjoy with tea, coffee, or just as a delightful snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3218 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 179.0 g | 229% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.3 g | 316% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 387.2 g | 141% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.3 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 192.1 g | ||
| Protein | 35.9 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 137 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 14.0 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 760 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
