Great Grandma's Nut Butter Balls

Great Grandma's Nut Butter Balls
30 min.
48
78kcal

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There's something truly special about recipes that have been passed down through generations, and Great Grandma's Nut Butter Balls are no exception. These delightful treats are not just cookies; they are a nostalgic journey into the heart of family gatherings and cherished memories. With a rich buttery flavor and a delightful crunch from the pecans, each bite transports you to a time when baking was a labor of love, shared with those we hold dear.

Ready in just 30 minutes, these nut butter balls are perfect for any occasion, whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply indulging in a sweet treat at home. The combination of softened butter, cake flour, and confectioners' sugar creates a melt-in-your-mouth texture that is simply irresistible. The addition of vanilla extract adds a warm, inviting aroma that fills your kitchen, making it hard to resist sneaking a taste before they even come out of the oven!

Not only are these cookies delicious, but they are also a great way to introduce the younger generation to the joys of baking. Imagine the smiles on their faces as they roll the dough into perfect little balls, eagerly awaiting the moment they can enjoy the fruits of their labor. So gather your loved ones, preheat that oven, and create some new memories with Great Grandma's Nut Butter Balls—because every bite is a reminder of the love and tradition that makes baking so special.

Ingredients

  • cup butter softened
  • cups cake flour 
  • cup powdered sugar 
  • cup pecans chopped
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, cream together the butter, 1 cup confectioners' sugar and vanilla until smooth. Stir in the cake flour, then fold in the pecans.
  3. Roll dough into 1 inch balls and place them 1 inch apart onto ungreased cookie sheets.
  4. Bake for 15 to 19 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly browned. Cool cookies completely before rolling in additional confectioners' sugar. If you are storing the cookies in a tin, add remaining sugar to the tin.

Nutrition Facts

Calories78kcal
Protein4.37%
Fat62.59%
Carbs33.04%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.65
Glycemic Load
2.46
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.1256521796889%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.24mg
Delphinidin
0.17mg
Catechin
0.16mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:78.37kcal
3.92%
Fat:5.56g
8.55%
Saturated Fat:2.58g
16.15%
Carbohydrates:6.6g
2.2%
Net Carbohydrates:6.26g
2.28%
Sugar:2.56g
2.85%
Cholesterol:10.17mg
3.39%
Sodium:30.57mg
1.33%
Alcohol:0.03g
100%
Alcohol %:0.25%
100%
Protein:0.87g
1.74%
Manganese:0.14mg
7.19%
Selenium:2.22µg
3.17%
Vitamin A:119.56IU
2.39%
Copper:0.04mg
1.85%
Fiber:0.34g
1.37%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.29%
Phosphorus:12.48mg
1.25%
Vitamin E:0.16mg
1.08%
Magnesium:4.15mg
1.04%
Zinc:0.15mg
1.01%
Source:Allrecipes