Maple Pecan Butterballs
Maple Pecan Butterballs are delightful, melt-in-your-mouth treats that combine the rich flavors of maple syrup and toasted pecans. This easy-to-make cookie recipe is a perfect addition to your dessert table or a sweet afternoon snack.
Equipment
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 parchment paper
- 1 cookie scoop or spoon
- 1 cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup finely chopped pecans For an extra crunch, you can toast the pecans before adding them to the dough.
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- additional powdered sugar for dusting Optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together using an electric mixer or whisk until light and fluffy.
- Add the maple syrup and vanilla extract to the butter mixture, and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, chopped pecans, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Using a cookie scoop or spoon, form small balls, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between each cookie.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a cooling rack.
- If desired, dust with additional powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
For an extra crunch, you can toast the pecans before adding them to the dough.
These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Feel free to replace pecans with walnuts or almonds if you prefer.