Mexican wedding cookies

A melt-in-your-mouth treat with a buttery pecan flavor, these Mexican wedding cookies are the perfect dessert for any occasion.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Cool Cookies 15

Total Time 35

Course Dessert

Cuisine Mexican

Servings

Calories 196 kcal

Ingredients

1 cup butter
1/2 cup powdered sugar
3/4 cup pecans, chopped
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup powdered sugar for rolling

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, beat the butter with the powdered sugar until creamy and
smooth.
Add the vanilla extract to the mixture and beat until well incorporated.
Add the all-purpose flour, salt, and chopped pecans directly to the same bowl
with the butter and sugar mixture. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
No need to refrigerate the dough. Using a spoon or a #20 scoop, form balls
the size of a walnut.
Place the balls on a baking sheet, leaving a small space between them.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until the cookies are lightly
golden on the bottom.
Remove from the oven and let them cool completely.
Once cool, roll the cookies in powdered sugar until fully coated.

Notes

Nut Size: Chop the pecans into small but not too fine pieces to ensure they
are evenly distributed throughout the cookies and add a crunchy texture.
Measuring Flour: Measure the flour correctly using the "spoon and level"
method. Spoon the flour into the measuring cup and level it off with a knife to
avoid adding too much flour, which could make the cookies dense.
Ball Size: Use a measuring spoon or a #20 scoop to make uniformly sized
balls. This ensures the cookies bake evenly.
Parchment Paper: Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with
parchment paper. This makes for easier cleanup and prevents the cookies
from sticking.
Cooling: Let the cookies cool completely before rolling them in powdered
sugar. If they are warm, the sugar will melt and not adhere well.
Roll Twice: For an extra layer of sweetness, you can roll the cookies in
powdered sugar a second time after they have rested for a few minutes after
the first coating.
Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature. They
will stay fresh for up to a week. They can also be frozen for up to three
months.
Variations: Experiment with different nuts like almonds or hazelnuts if you
prefer to vary the recipe.
Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the flour mixture for an extra hint of
flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 196kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 114mgPotassium: 35mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 317IUVitamin C: 0.05mgCalcium: 8mgIron: 1mg

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