Classic Pecan Butter Balls Recipe

Indulge in these melt-in-your-mouth Pecan Butter Balls that are perfect as holiday treats or a snack for any time of the year. Made with a rich buttery dough and crunchy pecans, these bite-sized delights are rolled in powdered sugar for a sweet finish. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up a batch of these irresistible cookies that will leave everyone wanting more. Enjoy the classic taste of pecans and butter in every bite!

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for coating
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups chopped pecans

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add the vanilla extract and salt to the mixture, and mix well.
4. Gradually add the flour to the mixture, stirring until fully combined.
5. Fold in the chopped pecans, ensuring they are evenly distributed in the dough.
6. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place them onto ungreased baking sheets.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
8. Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes.
9. While the cookies are still warm, roll them in powdered sugar until fully coated.
10. Once completely cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar once more for an extra coating.
11. Serve and enjoy these delightful pecan butter balls!

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