Mexican Wedding Cookies (Print Version)

Buttery pecan shortbread coated in snowy powdered sugar for holidays.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Nuts

03 - 1 cup finely chopped pecans

→ Creaming Mixture

04 - 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
05 - 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for coating
06 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together flour and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
03 - Beat softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar in a large bowl until light and fluffy, approximately 2 minutes.
04 - Mix in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
05 - Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.
06 - Fold in chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
07 - Scoop tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls. Place on prepared baking sheets, spacing 1 inch apart.
08 - Bake for 14-16 minutes until bottoms are lightly golden and tops are set. Cookies should remain pale on top.
09 - Let cookies cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes. While still warm, roll each cookie in powdered sugar to coat completely.
10 - Cool completely on wire rack, then roll in powdered sugar a second time for a generous snowy finish.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Incredibly Easy: With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, these cookies are perfect for bakers of all skill levels.
  • Buttery & Nutty: The combination of softened butter and finely chopped pecans creates a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
  • Festive & Beautiful: The snowy powdered sugar coating makes them a gorgeous addition to any holiday platter or celebration.
  • Quick to Make: Ready in just about 35 minutes, you can whip up a batch whenever a craving strikes.
02 -
  • Do Not Overmix: Once you add the flour, mix just until the dough comes together. Overmixing can result in tough cookies.
  • Chill If Needed: If your dough feels too soft to roll, chill it in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes.
  • Watch the Color: The cookies should be set but pale on top. The bottoms will be a light golden brown.
  • The Double Roll: Rolling the cookies in powdered sugar while they're still warm helps the first layer melt and adhere. A second roll after they cool creates that beautiful, thick snowy coating.
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