For a richer flavor, toast the pecans lightly before chopping. Ensure the butter is softened but not melted for the best texture. Don't overbake the cookies; they should be lightly browned on the bottom. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their freshness.
Grandma Minecci's Snowball Cookies
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 10 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS42
Delicate and melt-in-your-mouth, these Snowball Cookies are a timeless classic. Each bite offers a buttery, nutty flavor, coated in a sweet, snowy blanket of confectioners' sugar, perfect for holiday gatherings or a simple afternoon treat.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate23 g
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Cholesterol31 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein3 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium144 mg
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Sugar7 g
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Fat14 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
5 mins
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
Step
5 mins
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening, softened butter, and granulated sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy. (5 minutes)
03
Step
2 mins
Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract until well combined. (2 minutes)
04
Step
5 mins
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. (5 minutes)
05
Step
2 mins
Fold in the finely chopped pecans until evenly distributed throughout the dough. (2 minutes)
06
Step
10 mins
Shape the dough into 1-inch balls. Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between each cookie. (10 minutes)
07
Step
20 mins
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown. (20 minutes)
08
Step
10 mins
Remove the cookies from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet for a few minutes. (5 minutes)
09
Step
10 mins
While the cookies are still slightly warm, roll them generously in confectioners' sugar, ensuring they are fully coated. (5 minutes)
10
StepLet the cookies cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, roll them again in confectioners' sugar for an extra snowy coating. (30 minutes)
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Nolan Damore
Jun 30, 2025I found that chilling the dough for a bit helped prevent the cookies from spreading too much during baking.
Octavia Rodriguez
Jun 26, 2025The double coating of confectioners' sugar makes them so pretty and festive.
Molly Bartell
Jun 13, 2025I used salted butter and omitted the added salt, and they turned out perfectly.
Elvis Bailey
Apr 30, 2025These cookies are surprisingly easy to make and so rewarding.
Karson Mccullough
Apr 8, 2025My family devoured these cookies in minutes! A definite keeper.
Jeffrey Ratke
Feb 8, 2025The recipe is very clear and easy to follow, even for a beginner baker.
Kelton Mills
Jan 29, 2025I added a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for a little extra warmth. Delicious!
Brad Gibson
Nov 28, 2024These are the best snowball cookies I've ever had! So tender and flavorful.