🍁 Maple Pecan Butterballs 🍁

Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth with a Wholesome Twist! Perfect for family gatherings or a delightful treat after a long day.

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️
- 1 cup butter, softened 🧈
- 1/2 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 2 cups finely chopped pecans 
- 3 teaspoons vanilla 
- 1/4 cup maple syrup 
- 2 cups all-purpose flour 
- 1 cup powdered sugar 

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳
1. Start by preheating your oven to 300°F. Either grease a cookie sheet or line it with parchment paper to prepare for baking.
2. Take a medium-sized bowl and sift together 2 cups of all-purpose flour with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
3. In a separate bowl, blend 1 cup of softened butter with 1/4 cup of maple syrup and 3 teaspoons of vanilla until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
4. Gradually mix the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring continuously to combine thoroughly.
5. Gently fold in 2 cups of finely chopped pecans until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
6. Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced about 2 inches apart.
7. Place the cookie sheet in the oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the cookies are set and have a light golden color.
8. Allow the cookies to cool on the sheet for about 5 minutes, then gently roll each cookie in powdered sugar while still warm to create a beautifully sweet exterior.

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎
- Calories: 150 per cookie
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 9g

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡
For an extra flavor boost, try using high-quality, pure maple syrup. It makes a significant difference in enhancing the rich, nutty flavors of the pecans. If you prefer a less sweet cookie, you can reduce the powdered sugar coating to just a light dusting.

⏳ Preparation time 🍰
- Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 45 minutes
- Serving: Makes about 24 cookies.