Powdered Nut Balls
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Powdered Nut Balls, a bite-sized treat that's perfect for holiday platters or everyday snacking. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are delicately sweetened with powdered sugar and gain a delightfully nutty crunch from finely chopped pecans or walnuts. With just a handful of simple ingredients like unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and all-purpose flour, these cookies come together in no time, requiring only 15 minutes of prep and a quick bake in the oven. Finished with a generous coating of powdered sugar, these little delights boast an ultra-tender texture and a snowy appearance that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Ideal for entertaining or as a make-ahead dessert, these classic treats are sure to impress. Perfectly suited for dessert lovers searching for easy nut cookie recipes or holiday baking ideas, Powdered Nut Balls are a timeless addition to any recipe collection.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams Unsalted butter
- 60 grams Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 120 grams All-purpose flour
- 60 grams Finely chopped nuts (e.g., pecans or walnuts)
- 100 grams Powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.
Mix in the vanilla extract until well incorporated.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the bowl and mix until a crumbly dough begins to form.
Stir in the finely chopped nuts and mix until evenly distributed.
Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough at a time and roll it into small balls with your palms. Place the balls onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each ball.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies are lightly golden. Avoid over-baking to maintain their delicate texture.
Allow the nut balls to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, roll each ball generously in the additional powdered sugar until coated. For extra sweetness, you can coat them a second time.
Store the powdered nut balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2291 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.6 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.9 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 250 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 21 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 260.4 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 159.2 g | ||
| Protein | 21.8 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 433 mg | 9% | |
*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.
