Description
These Delicious Snowball Cookies are perfect for cozy moments of joy. Soft, buttery, and nutty, these cookies are rolled in powdered sugar for an extra touch of sweetness and a beautiful snowy finish. Ideal for holiday gatherings or anytime you want a comforting treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Cookie Dough
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Rolling
- Additional powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the cookies.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and light in texture.
- Add Vanilla: Stir in the vanilla extract thoroughly to incorporate flavor evenly throughout the dough.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the all-purpose flour and salt to the butter mixture, mixing until the dough is just combined without overworking it.
- Fold in Nuts: Gently fold the chopped walnuts or pecans into the dough to distribute the nuts evenly without breaking them down.
- Shape Dough Balls: Form the dough into small, uniform balls and place them spaced apart on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake Cookies: Bake the cookies in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until they are slightly golden on the bottoms.
- Roll in Powdered Sugar: Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes after baking, then roll them while still warm in additional powdered sugar to coat them completely, creating the classic snowball appearance.
Notes
- Use room temperature butter for easier creaming and better texture.
- Do not overmix the dough to keep cookies tender and crumbly.
- Chilling the dough before shaping can help maintain cookie shape but is optional.
- For variation, try different nuts like almonds or hazelnuts.
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
