Description
Delicate, buttery, and coated in powdered sugar, Mexican Wedding Cookies are a classic treat perfect for any occasion. With their nutty flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cookies are as easy to make as they are to enjoy. Whether for weddings, holidays, or a simple snack, they’re sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup white sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons water
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped almonds (or pecans/walnuts)
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (or more) powdered sugar, for coating
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients:
- Gather all your ingredients, ensuring the butter is softened for easy mixing.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar:
- In a medium bowl, beat the butter and white sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract and water until fully combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients:
- Gradually add the flour, chopped almonds, and salt to the wet mixture.
- Mix on low speed until the dough comes together. Avoid overmixing to maintain a tender texture.
- Chill the Dough:
- Cover the dough with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1–3 hours. This helps firm the dough and prevents spreading during baking.
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Sheets:
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C).
- Prepare unlined cookie sheets for baking.
- Shape the Cookies:
- Roll the chilled dough into 1-inch balls.
- Place the balls on the cookie sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one.
- Bake the Cookies:
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes.
- Roll in Powdered Sugar:
- Place powdered sugar in a shallow bowl.
- While still warm, gently roll each cookie in the sugar until fully coated.
- For an extra snowy appearance, roll the cookies in powdered sugar again after they’ve cooled completely.
- Serve and Store:
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Notes
- Nut Substitutions: Use pecans or walnuts instead of almonds for a flavor variation.
- Freezing the Dough: Shape the dough into balls and freeze them on a baking sheet. Bake from frozen, adding 1–2 minutes to the baking time.
- Double Sugar Coating: For extra sweetness, roll the cookies in powdered sugar twice—once warm and once fully cooled.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican