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Cinnamon Sugar Snowball Cookies: A Sweet Holiday Treat

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These Cinnamon Sugar Snowball Cookies are the quintessential sweet whisper of the season, featuring a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a festive coating of cinnamon sugar. Perfect for sharing at holiday gatherings or enjoying by the fire, they embody the joy of holiday baking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (confectioners' sugar), plus more for rolling
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup finely chopped pecans
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for rolling
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened unsalted butter until light and fluffy, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Gradually add the powdered sugar and continue to beat until well combined and fluffy, about another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and beat in the vanilla extract and salt until just combined.
  5. With the mixer on low speed, gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing only until just combined after each addition.
  6. Gently fold in the finely chopped pecans using a spatula.
  7. Chill the dough for about 30 minutes to an hour if desired.
  8. Scoop out rounded tablespoons of dough and roll them into smooth balls, about 1-inch in diameter, placing them 1-2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
  9. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the bottoms are just starting to turn light brown.
  10. While the cookies are still warm, roll them in a plate or bowl filled with about 1/2 cup of plain powdered sugar until evenly coated.
  11. Transfer the first-coated cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
  12. Once cooled, whisk together 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1-2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
  13. Roll each cooled cookie in the cinnamon sugar mixture for a generous and even coating.

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Keywords: Don't overmix the dough to maintain a tender texture. Toasting the nuts enhances their flavor. Chilling the dough helps with rolling and prevents spreading. The double roll in sugar is essential for the perfect snowy appearance.

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