Mexican Wedding Cookies

 It’s that time of year…Cookies, Cakes, and Sweet Treats of every kind!  My first “baking adventure” of the Christmas season is Mexican Wedding cookies.

I love these cookies and traditionally, I’m a savory person, so when things get too sweet, well, it’s not not for me but…these cookies are different.

They are like a pecan shortbread on the inside and then you get the sweetness from the powdered sugar that’s just enough!  I like to put a few in a cello bag with a pretty ribbon for a “sweet” gift to a friend, neighbor or give as a party favor.  One batch down and I have no idea how many more are to go!

Mexican Wedding Cookies

Mexican Wedding Cookies are great for people who aren't big on sweets. They are like a pecan shortbread on the inside and then you get the sweetness from the powdered sugar that’s just enough!

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Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes

Servings: 12

Author: Donya Mullins

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 cup butter (two sticks) softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup pecan , finely chopped

Instructions

• Beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until fluffy, add vanilla.
• Add the flour, salt and continue mixing until well mixed.
• Fold in the pecans with a wooden spoon.
• Using a melon baller or small ice cream scoop, make into about 1 1/4 in balls.
• Place on ungreased cookie sheet and bake in preheated 325 degree oven for 20 minutes.
• Remove from oven and let cool slightly.
• While still warm, roll in powdered sugar.
• When cookies are cool, I roll them a second time so make sure you keep your sugar available.

Notes

Makes about 36 cookies depending on size you make them.