Christy’s Mexican Wedding Cookies

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 14

Christy's Mexican Wedding Cookies are mouth-watering treats you must try!

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

165

Sugar

Fat

13g

Mexican Wedding Cookies, also known as Russian Tea Cakes or Snowball Cookies, are a popular treat during the holiday season. They are made with butter, sugar, flour, and finely chopped nuts, and are rolled into balls before being baked until lightly golden brown. These cookies are sweet and slightly nutty, with a melt-in-your-mouth texture that is hard to resist. Whether you are enjoying them with a cup of tea or coffee, or sharing them with friends and family, these cookies are sure to be a hit!

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.	In a large bowl, cream together the butter and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy.
3.	Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
4.	In a separate bowl, mix the flour and finely chopped pecans.
5.	Slowly add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, stirring until well combined.
6.	Chill the dough in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
7.	Scoop the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
8.	Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
9.	Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

PROS

These cookies are easy to make and have a delicious nutty flavor.

They are perfect for adding a touch of sweetness to your day.

CONS

These cookies are high in calories and sugar, so they should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They are also quite crumbly, so be careful when storing or transporting them.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies are not particularly healthy, the pecans they contain are a good source of healthy fats, fiber, and protein.
They also contain a variety of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin E, magnesium, and zinc.

	2 1/2 cups flour
	1 cup butter
	1 1/4 cups confectioners ' sugar
	1 1/2 cups pecans ( finely chopped )
	2 teaspoons vanilla