Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of snowball cookies, where each bite offers a heavenly melt-in-your-mouth sensation. These buttery, soft treats, dusted with powdered sugar, are perfect for any gathering or holiday celebration. With fond memories of baking alongside loved ones, this simple recipe invites you to create your own cherished moments. Customize these cookies with nuts or chocolate chips for an added twist that will surely impress friends and family alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped nuts (optional; walnuts or pecans recommended)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream together unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract until well combined.
- Gradually add flour and salt; mix until just combined. Fold in chopped nuts if using.
- Roll tablespoon-sized balls of dough and place on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden on the bottom but still soft on top.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before rolling in powdered sugar while warm. Cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg