CHRISTMAS SNOWBALLS

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My moms favorite cookie to make during the holidays and I love the taste of this cookie. My version is a little different from my moms, but it still reminds me of the holidays.

Provided by LaDale Hymer

Categories     Cookies

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 stick room temp butter
1/2 c sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1 Tbsp gingerbread spice
1/2 tsp salt
1 c toasted pecans, chopped
1 c dried fruit, chopped
1/2 c brandy or water
2 c flour
powdered sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Place dried fruit in a bowl with brandy or water and soak for 30 minutes.
  • 2. Preheat oven to 325 degrees prepare a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
  • 3. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add in vanilla, soaked fruit, and pecans; mix until combined. Add in flour, salt, and gingerbread spice; mix on low until dough comes together.
  • 4. Roll into 2 inch balls and place on cookie sheet 2 inches apart. Bake for 15 - 20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and cool on sheet. Roll in powdered sugar and let completely cool.
  • 5. Store in an airtight container for 1 week.

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