Noel Balls

1. 1

   In a food processor, pulse the pecans until finely ground.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk the ground pecans with the flour, dates and salt.

3. 3

   In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the paddle, combine the butter with 3/4 cup of the confectioners sugar and the vanilla and beat at medium speed until light and fluffy, about 3 minutes.

4. 4

   Add the flour mixture and beat at low speed until just combined.

5. 5

   Preheat the oven to 350.

6. 6

   Line 2 large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper.

7. 7

   Spread the remaining 3 cups of confectioners sugar in a large pie pan.

8. 8

   Working in 3 batches, using a 1-ounce ice cream scoop or a tablespoon, scoop the dough into 1-inch balls.

9. 9

   Arrange the balls on the prepared sheets at least 1 inch apart.

10. 10

    Bake the cookies for 15 minutes, until lightly browned on the bottom; rotate the baking sheets from top to bottom and front to back halfway through baking.

11. 11

    Let the cookies cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then roll them in the confectioners sugar until completely coated.

12. 12

    Let cool completely, then roll again in the confectioners sugar.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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