Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 5 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 cups finely chopped walnuts, almonds, or pecans
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
Instructions
- Cream the softened butter and granulated sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- Beat in the pure vanilla extract and fine-grain sea salt.
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, mixing well.
- Stir in the finely chopped nuts until evenly distributed.
- Chill dough for 45 minutes, covered in plastic wrap.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets.
- Shape chilled dough into 1-inch balls and place on baking sheets.
- Bake for 12 to 14 minutes until edges are slight brown.
- Dust with confectioners’ sugar while warm, and again once cooled.
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Use softened butter for the ideal texture.
Refrigerating dough is crucial for maintaining shape.
Opt for a mix of nuts or omit them for a nut-free version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-14 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 2
- Cholesterol: 30