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: 207 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup butter
• ½ cup white sugar
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• ½ cup confectioners' sugar
• 2 teaspoons water
• 1 cup chopped almonds

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 2

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

Step 3

Shape dough into balls or crescents. Place on unlined cookie sheets.

Step 4

Bake for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove cookies from the sheets to cool on wire racks.

Step 5

When cookies are cool, roll in confectioners' sugar. Store at room temperature in an airtight container.