Georgia O’Keeffe’s Pecan Butterballs
Georgia O’Keeffe's Pecan Butterballs go beyond being cookies; they take you on an adventure, into a world of sweet and buttery joy. Each little ball is a combination of velvety, creamy butter and chopped pecans held together harmoniously with a touch of honey and vanilla resulting in a symphony of flavors. While they bake the kitchen fills with the comforting aroma of nuts giving us a tantalizing preview of the tender and melt-in-your-mouth experience that awaits. These cookies, delicately dusted with sugar like a snowfall are more than just treats, for our taste buds; they warmly embrace our souls and bring back memories of cozy afternoons and joyful family gatherings. They aren't just baked goods; they are edible treasures that offer moments of sweet and nutty serenity in every delectable bite.
20 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 c all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 c butter softened
- 1/4 c honey
- 3 tsp vanilla
- 2 c finely-chopped pecans
- 1 c powdered sugar
Instructions
- Set the oven temperature to 300˚F.
- Take a bowl and sift together 2 cups of flour along, with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
- In another bowl combine 1 cup of butter, 1/4 cup of honey and 3 teaspoons of vanilla.
- Add the flour mixture into the butter mixture while stirring until blended. Then gently fold in 2 cups of chopped pecans.
- Form balls from the dough, 1 inch in size and place them on a lined baking sheet. Make sure to leave 2 inches of space between each cookie.
- Place the cookies in your preheated oven. Bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until they turn a delightful golden color.
- Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes. Afterward roll each cookie in sugar (1 cup).
- Now you can savor these delicious homemade Pecan Butterballs!
Notes
To make these delicious Pecan Butterballs gluten-free just replace the flour with your gluten-free flour blend. Find a blend that can be used as a substitute, in a 1:1 ratio to ensure your cookies retain their melt-in-your-mouth texture. Also remember to check that the pecans and other ingredients have not come into contact, with any gluten-containing products during processing so as to prevent any cross-contamination.