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## **Instructions:**
### **Step 1: Prepare the Dough**
1️⃣ In a large bowl, beat the **butter and cream cheese** together until smooth and fluffy.
2️⃣ Add the **powdered sugar** and **vanilla extract**, mixing until fully combined.
3️⃣ Gradually add in the **flour and salt**, mixing until a soft dough forms.
4️⃣ Fold in the **chopped pecans** evenly throughout the dough.
### **Step 2: Shape the Cookies**
1️⃣ Preheat your oven to **350°F (175°C)**.
2️⃣ Roll the dough into **small balls (about 1 inch in size)** and place them on a lined baking sheet, about 2 inches apart.
3️⃣ Lightly flatten each ball with your fingers or the back of a spoon.
### **Step 3: Bake & Cool**
1️⃣ Bake for **12-15 minutes**, or until the edges turn lightly golden.
2️⃣ Allow cookies to **cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes**, then transfer to a wire rack.
3️⃣ Once fully cooled, dust with **powdered sugar** for a festive touch!
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## **Tips for the Best Pecan Cream Cheese Cookies**
✅ **Use room temperature butter and cream cheese** for the smoothest dough.
✅ **Don’t overmix the dough**—mix just until combined to keep the cookies tender.
✅ **For extra holiday flair,** drizzle melted white chocolate over the cookies.
✅ **Store in an airtight container**—they’ll stay fresh for up to **5 days**!
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## **Final Thoughts**
These **Pecan Cream Cheese Christmas Cookies** are a **melt-in-your-mouth holiday classic**. With their **buttery texture, nutty crunch, and light sweetness**, they’re bound to be a favorite at every Christmas celebration.
Bake a batch this holiday season and watch them **disappear from the cookie tray in no time!** 🎄🍪✨
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