Description
Snowball Cookies are a delightful holiday treat that will transport you back to cozy gatherings filled with laughter and love. These bite-sized confections boast a magical crunch followed by a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth experience, all dusted in sweet powdered sugar. Perfect for sharing or enjoying solo, these cookies add a festive touch to any dessert table. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, they’re guaranteed to become a favorite for both novice bakers and seasoned pros alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup finely chopped walnuts or pecans
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Gradually mix in the flour and chopped nuts until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Roll the dough into small balls (about 1 inch) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until the bottoms are lightly golden while the tops remain pale.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before rolling them in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 15g)
- Calories: 73
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg