Mexican Wedding Cookies

Delicious, nutty Mexican wedding cookies, a traditional treat that's rolled in powdered sugar and perfect for gift-giving and special occasions.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 35 mins
• Calories: 104 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 2 teaspoons water
• 1 cup finely chopped almonds
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup white sugar
• 0.5 cup powdered sugar, or more as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Beat butter and sugar in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy. Mix in vanilla and water. Add flour, almonds, and salt; beat on low speed until dough is just combined. Cover and chill for 1 to 3 hours.

Step 2

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove cookies from the sheets and transfer to wire racks to cool, 20 to 30 minutes.

Step 3

Gather all ingredients.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Shape chilled dough into 1-inch balls.

Step 5

Place 2 inches apart onto unlined cookie sheets.

Step 6

Place powdered sugar in a shallow bowl. Roll cooled cookies in powdered sugar to coat.

Step 7

Transfer to an airtight container and store at room temperature.