melting moments cookies aka wedding cookies

How To Make melting moments cookies aka wedding cookies

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  Preheat oven to 350°F. Line baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
• 2

  In a large bowl, beat the buttter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar with a mixer until fluffy.
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  Slow down the mixer speed and add vanilla extract and salt. Mix until incorporated. Then slowly add the flour and chopped pecans.
• 4

  Scoop out 1 Tablespoon balls. If you want the cookies to look like snowballs, roll them quickly between your hands. Place them on the prepared cookie sheets. They SHOULDN’T spread but don’t let them touch. ***After this step, you can freeze the unbaked cookie balls on a cookie sheet until totally frozen, then place in a freezer baggie for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to bake them, place frozen cookies on prepared baking sheets, thaw, and bake as directed below.
• 5

  Bake at 350°F for 8-11 minutes. The cookies should be set but not very brown, so watch carefully. Remove from the oven and cool briefly.
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  Put the final 1 cup of powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Roll 4 almost hot cookies at a time in the powdered sugar, shake off the extra powdered sugar, and place on a cooling rack to fully cool.
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  Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for 5-7 days.
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