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Mexican Wedding Cookies
5 from 15 votes

Mexican Wedding Cookies

Mexican Wedding Cookies are tender, buttery cookies filled with chopped pecans and coated in powdered sugar, giving them a melt-in-the-mouth texture with a subtle nutty flavor. These cookies are chilled before baking, helping them hold their shape and achieve a delicate crumb. Once baked, they’re rolled in powdered sugar while still warm, creating a sweet, powdery finish that contrasts with their crisp edges.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 32 servings
Calories: 123 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter softened, unsalted
  • 1 3/4 cup powdered sugar divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups flour
  • 3/4 cup pecans chopped

Instructions

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  1. In a stand mixer, beat together the butter and 3/4 cup powdered sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy before adding in the vanilla and salt.
  2. Sift the flour then add it in until just combined and fold in the pecans.
  3. Chill the dough for 2 hours then bake rounded tablespoon sized cookie dough balls at 325 degrees for 12-14 minutes before rolling warm cookies one at a time in remaining 1 cup of powdered sugar.

Notes

  • Use a stand mixer to cream the butter and sugar well for a lighter texture.
  • Chilling the dough for 2 hours before baking is important to achieve the right shape and texture.
  • Roll the cookies in powdered sugar while warm for an even coating.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container to keep their softness.

Nutrition Information

Calories 123kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 15mg (5%) Sodium 19mg (1%) Potassium 20mg (0%) Sugar 6g (12%) Vitamin A 175IU (4%) Calcium 5mg (1%) Iron 0.4mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 32 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 123

% Daily Value*

Calories 123kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 19mg 1%
Potassium 20mg 0%
Sugar 6g 12%
Vitamin A 175IU 4%
Calcium 5mg 1%
Iron 0.4mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.