Step 1

Preheat oven to 300°F. Line baking sheets with parchment.

Step 2

In a large bowl with a hand mixer (or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment) cream the butter, sugar and vanilla until light and fluffy.

Step 3

On low speed add the flour, salt and pecans; mix until combined.

Step 4

Roll into 1-inch balls and place 1-inch apart on prepared baking sheets.

Step 5

Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes or until the bottoms are golden brown.

Step 6

Cool 5 minutes then roll in sugar. Cool completely and roll in confectioners sugar again.

Step 7

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 5-6 days.