My neighbor Pat gave us these ‘snowballs’ during the winter holidays. They are so good that I have to ask her for the recipe. Thank you Pat for this easy and time-tested recipe. Again, soooooo gooood! They make perfect valentine’s gift too!

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 1 hour
• Makes 4 dozen cookies

Ingredients

• 1 cup butter, softened
• 3 Tbsp powdered sugar
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 cups finely chopped pecans
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Powdered sugar

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 275 degrees F.
2. In a standing mixer, cream together the butter and sugar.
3. Sift flour 3 times and blend into the butter mixture.
4. Add chopped pecans and vanilla, stir on low speed until blended.
5. Divide dough into 1/2 inch balls using a small cookie scoop.
6. Place on a baking sheet and bake for 1 hour.
7. While still warm, roll in sifted powdered sugar.
8. Roll again in powdered sugar when cooled.
9. Store in a air-tight container.