9 Incredible Christmas Cookie Recipes From Around the World

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Also known as Mexican wedding cookies, these melt-in-your-mouth rounds are buttery, nutty, and rolled in cinnamon sugar. They’re simple, festive, and perfect with coffee or hot chocolate.

Ingredients (makes 2 dozen):

• 1 cup butter
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
• Cinnamon sugar for coating

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Cream butter and sugar. Add vanilla, then flour and pecans.
3. Roll into balls, bake 12–15 minutes.
4. While warm, roll in cinnamon sugar.