#cookiebliss

Snowball cookies, also known as Russian tea cakes or Mexican wedding cookies, are buttery, nutty, bite-sized treats covered in a dusting of powdered sugar. These cookies melt in your mouth and are perfect for festive occasions or simply enjoying with family and friends.

Ingredients: 1 cup butter, softened. 1/2 cup powdered sugar. 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour. 1/4 teaspoon salt. 1 cup finely chopped nuts e.g., pecans or walnuts. Powdered sugar, for rolling.

Instructions: Before you start cooking, heat the oven to 375F 190C. Melt the butter and mix it with the powdered sugar in a bowl until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add the vanilla extract and mix well. Add the all-purpose flour and salt one cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Add the chopped nuts and mix them in well. Making the dough into 1-inch balls, put them on a baking sheet that hasn't been greased. The cookies should be baked in a hot oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until they are set but not browned. Take the cookies out of the oven and let them cool down a bit. Roll the cookies in powdered sugar very gently while they are still warm. Allow them to totally cool down. Once the cookies are cool, roll them in powdered sugar again, making sure to cover them well. Put the snowball cookies in a container that won't let air in. With your favorite hot drink, these snowball cookies are a great treat.

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 10-12