Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pecans, finely chopped
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
2. Make the Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Add salt, vanilla extract, flour, and finely chopped pecans. Mix on low until ingredients are combined, forming a thick dough.
3. Shape and Bake:
- Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the baking sheet. Bake for 11 minutes, until bottoms are lightly golden.
4. Coat in Powdered Sugar:
- Let cookies cool slightly. Roll them in powdered sugar while warm. For a snowy finish, roll them again once fully cooled.
Storage Tips:
- Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: Freeze in layers with parchment paper between. They keep well for up to 3 months.
Enjoy these melt-in-your-mouth treats as a cozy addition to any holiday table!