Pecan Pie Balls

Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup finely chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in the finely chopped pecans.
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the bottoms of the cookies are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool for about 5 minutes on the baking sheet. While still warm, roll each cookie in powdered sugar until fully coated.
Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, roll them in powdered sugar again for a second coating.
Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 18 minutes | Total Time: 33 minutes
Kcal: 150 kcal | Servings: 24 cookies