Butter Balls

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In this blog post I will guide you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's start.
Looking to satisfy your sweet tooth? Look no further than this delectable Butter Balls recipe. These bite-sized treats are made with a rich buttery dough that melts in your mouth, leaving behind a burst of sweetness. With just a few simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up a batch of these delightful goodies in no time. Perfect for parties, holidays, or simply indulging in a sweet treat for yourself.

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Butter balls recipe details

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This is our family’s favorite Christmas cookie recipe from my wife’s grandmother’s collection of recipes. These are super easy to make with or without nuts… Plan on making 2 or more batches the first time, they won’t last long!
Ready in: 2 hours

Ingredients

Serves: 24

• 1/2 cup butter, softened
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup ground nuts (optional)
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus more for rolling

Preparation method

Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 45 mins | Extra time: 1 hour, cooling

1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
2. In a bowl, combine all ingredients in order and mix until smooth.
3. With your hands, roll dough into small bite-size balls (the size of a quarter or large marble). Place evenly spaced on an ungreased baking pan or on parchment paper and bake for 45 minutes.
4. Remove from oven and roll cookies in powdered sugar while still warm. When completely cool, roll in powdered sugar again.