For the best texture, ensure the butter is truly soft, but not melted. It should be easily pliable. Finely chopping the pecans is key to achieving the delicate, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Do not overbake the cookies. They should be pale on top and only lightly golden on the bottom. Allow the cookies to cool completely before rolling in confectioners' sugar; otherwise, the sugar will melt and become sticky. Store the cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Mexican Pecan Cookies
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PREP TIME30 mins
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COOK TIME10 mins
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TOTAL TIME40 mins
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SERVING90 People
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VIEWS66
These delicate, melt-in-your-mouth cookies, often known as 'Mexican Wedding Cookies,' are infused with the rich, nutty flavor of pecans and a whisper of sweetness. A beloved holiday tradition, they require no chewing, simply dissolving on your tongue in a cloud of sugary delight.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate7 g
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Cholesterol11 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein1 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium29 mg
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Sugar2 g
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Fat7 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
StepIn a large bowl, combine the flour, softened butter, chopped pecans, and 1/4 cup of confectioners' sugar. (5 minutes)
03
StepMix until the ingredients are thoroughly incorporated and a soft, pliable dough forms. (3 minutes)
04
StepPinch off approximately 2 teaspoons of dough and gently roll between your palms to form a 3/4-inch ball. Place the dough balls on ungreased baking sheets, leaving a small space between each. (10 minutes)
05
StepBake in the preheated oven until the bottoms of the cookies are lightly golden brown and the tops remain pale, approximately 8 to 12 minutes. (8-12 minutes)
06
StepRemove from oven and allow the cookies to cool completely on the baking sheets. (20 minutes)
07
StepOnce completely cooled, gently roll each cookie in the remaining confectioners' sugar, ensuring they are fully coated. (5 minutes)
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Callie Kovacek
May 28, 2025I added a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for extra warmth, and it was delicious!
Bartholome Greenfelder
Mar 24, 2025My family requests these cookies every year. They're a holiday tradition now!
Candice Kling
Dec 5, 2024These cookies are seriously addictive! The pecan flavor is amazing.
Ben Schaefer
Nov 25, 2024These are so much better than any store-bought version. Thanks for the recipe!
Lura Kassulke
Nov 24, 2024I made these for a Christmas party, and they were gone in minutes! A definite crowd-pleaser.
Alison Beatty
Nov 19, 2024I accidentally used salted butter, and they still turned out great! Just a hint of saltiness.
Victoria Mosciski
Sep 17, 2024The dough was a bit crumbly, but the end result was perfect. Just be patient while mixing.