Making Christmas cookies is a time honored tradition, and these snowball cookies are always a part of that! Tons of pecans and very few ingredients combine to make these easy cookies a must make.

Why this recipe works

We love that there’s only six ingredients needed and that they look so festive!

Snowball cookies fit perfectly into mini paper baking cups and look awesome in edible gift boxes.

Ingredients you will need

labeled ingredients for snowball cookies

Get all measurements, ingredients, and instructions in the printable version at the end of this post.

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How to Make Snowball Cookies

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Preheat oven to 325°F and line insulated baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
In a medium bowl, cream together butter and granulated sugar until creamy. Add vanilla extract and beat until incorporated.
With mixer at low speed, beat in flour and finely chopped pecans until dough comes together and all ingredients are incorporated.
Shape dough into 1-inch balls (about a level tablespoon, or you can use a cookie scoop). Place 1-inch apart on prepared baking sheets.
Bake 16-18 minutes or until very lightly browned.
Cool 5 minutes on pan then roll in powdered sugar while cookies are still warm.
Allow to cool completely.
Roll cookies in powdered sugar again when cool.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these cookies ahead of time?

Snowball cookie dough can be made up to three months ahead of time. Make up to the step right before rolling out the dough balls. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap, then wrap in freezer paper and freeze until ready to bake. Thaw dough, roll into balls and proceed with recipe.

How do I store snowball cookies?

These cookies can be kept at room temperature for a day or in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. If you need to store them longer, I do recommend freezing them. Cookies should be completely cooled before placing in an airtight container.

Don’t these cookies look so fun in our mailbox shaped cookie canister? Make a batch of snowball cookies for your holiday trays, to give as edible gifts, or to add to Santa’s plate!

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2020: 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS COOKIES

12 Christmas cookies you will love, PLUS bonus baking tips and TWO extra recipes you will not find on this blog! See ALL my cookbooks here!

Get the Christmas cookies cookbook! ONLY $9.97!!

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