🎁 Perfect for Gifting
These cookies are a holiday favorite, but they’re also a thoughtful homemade gift any time of year. Pack them in a decorative tin or cellophane bag with a ribbon — simple, beautiful, and delicious.
📝 Tips & Variations
- Toast Your Pecans: Toasting nuts enhances their flavor. Simply bake them at 350°F for 5–7 minutes before chopping.
- Make Ahead: These cookies freeze well, both before and after baking.
- Nut Substitutions: Swap pecans for walnuts or almonds if desired.
- Add a Twist: A pinch of cinnamon or orange zest in the dough adds a subtle, festive flair.
💬 Final Thoughts
Buttery Pecan Snowball Cookies are more than just a dessert — they’re a nostalgic bite of tradition. Whether you grew up calling them snowballs, tea cakes, or wedding cookies, there’s no denying the comfort they bring. So go ahead — preheat that oven, dust off your mixing bowl, and bring a little snowy sweetness to your kitchen.
Happy baking! ❄️🍪
