Delicious Snowball Cookies That Melt in Your Mouth
These Snowball Cookies feature a melt-in-your-mouth texture and nutty flavor, perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- mixing bowl
- hand mixer
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- wire rack
Ingredients
For the Cookie Base
- 1 cup butter, softened
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts)
For Coating
- additional powdered sugar for rolling cookies after baking
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions for Snowball Cookies
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of softened butter, ½ cup of powdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed until smooth and creamy, about 2-3 minutes.
- Gradually add 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1 cup of finely chopped nuts to the mixture. Mix until just combined, keeping the dough slightly crumbly.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spaced evenly.
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake cookie balls for 10 to 12 minutes, ensuring the edges are set and centers soft.
- Let cookies sit for about a minute, then roll in powdered sugar until well-coated.
- Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, roll them in powdered sugar again for a second coating.
Notes
Use room temperature butter for the best texture. Mix gently to avoid tough cookies, and ensure double coating with powdered sugar for the perfect finish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookieCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg
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