These Butternut Cookies are delightfully buttery and full of nutty flavor, perfect for holiday baking. They’re rolled in powdered sugar while still warm, giving them a beautiful, snowy coating and a sweet finish. Easy to make and melt-in-your-mouth delicious, these cookies are great for festive gatherings or as a treat any time of the year.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar (plus more for rolling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts
Directions:
Step 1: Prepare the Dough
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and powdered sugar until creamy. Mix in the vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until the dough just comes together. Fold in the chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
Step 2: Form and Bake the Cookies
- Shape Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
- Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden. Cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
Step 3: Roll in Powdered Sugar
- First Roll: While still warm, roll the cookies in additional powdered sugar.
- Cool and Coat Again: Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely, then roll in powdered sugar again if desired.
Serving and Storage Tips
- Serving Suggestions: These cookies are perfect on a dessert tray or as a sweet treat with tea or coffee.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Helpful Notes
- Nuts: Pecans or walnuts work beautifully in these cookies, but feel free to substitute with your favorite nuts.
- Double-Coating: Rolling the cookies in powdered sugar twice gives them a beautiful and sweet outer layer.
Enjoy the festive flavors and delicate texture of these classic Butternut Cookies!
