Sherry Pecan Balls
Delight in every bite of these buttery, melt-in-your-mouth Sherry Pecan Balls, a classic treat elevated by the warm, nutty flavor of toasted pecans and a subtle touch of dry sherry. Perfect for holidays, afternoon tea, or as a sweet indulgence any time of year, these delectable cookies are rolled in powdered sugar for an irresistibly tender finish. With a quick prep time of only 15 minutes and simple ingredients like vanilla, pecans, and flour, this recipe achieves a perfect balance of rich flavors and textures. Serve them fresh from the oven or enjoy later—they store beautifully, making them ideal for gifting or make-ahead desserts!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Pecans
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Dry sherry
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Spread the pecans evenly on a baking sheet and toast them in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until fragrant. Allow them to cool, then finely chop or grind them using a food processor.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the unsalted butter and powdered sugar together until light and creamy using a hand or stand mixer.
Add the vanilla extract and dry sherry to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the mixture and mix on low speed until a dough forms.
Fold in the chopped toasted pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Scoop small portions of the dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into smooth balls. Place the dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes or until the bottoms are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the pecan balls to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
While still warm, roll the pecan balls in the extra powdered sugar to coat them completely. Place them on a wire rack to cool to room temperature.
Once cooled, roll them in powdered sugar a second time for a more refined and sweet finish, if desired.
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1926 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.2 g | 155% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.4 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 12 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.0 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 96.6 g | ||
| Protein | 22.0 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 100 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 566 mg | 12% | |
*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.
