Pecan Snowball Cookies

Instructions

1. 1

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.

2. 2

   In a food processor, pulse the pecans until finely chopped.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar with an electric mixer. Add the egg and liqueur and mix until smooth. With the mixer at low speed, or using a wooden spoon, gradually stir in the pecans and flour.

4. 4

   Using a 1-tbsp ice cream scoop, shape the dough into balls. Roll them between your hands and place on the prepared sheets, spacing them evenly.

5. 5

   Bake one sheet at a time for 12 minutes or until the cookies are light golden brown. Let cool completely on the baking sheets.

6. 6

   Place the icing sugar in a bowl. Coat the cookies in the icing sugar. Shake off any excess, then coat again. The cookies will keep for 2 weeks in an airtight container at room temperature.