Swedish Nut Balls

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 325 degrees.
2. 2
   In a bowl, cream together butter and 3/4 cup of the powdered sugar.
3. 3
   Add the flour, vanilla and ground pecans.
4. 4
   Stir to combine.
5. 5
   Shape dough into balls, using a slightly rounded teaspoon for each.
6. 6
   Place 2 inches apart on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
7. 7
   Bake until the edges turn gold, about 20 minutes.
8. 8
   Transfer cookies to a rack to cool.
9. 9
   Cookies can be frozen in an airtight container, with wax paper between each layer for up to 6 months.
10. 10
    Defrost 30 minutes.
11. 11
    Just before serving, place the remaining cup of powdered sugar in a plastic bag.
12. 12
    Add several cookies and shake gently to dust with sugar.
13. 13
    Repeat with remaining cookies.