Chocolate Snowball Cookies with Melted Chocolate Centers Bliss

Indulge in Chocolate Snowball Cookies with Melted Chocolate Centers, featuring a delicate exterior and a gooey chocolate surprise.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 12

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 1 12

Servings: 24 cookies

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Cookie Dough

0.5 cup Unsalted Butter Softened
0.25 cup Granulated Sugar
0.5 cup Powdered Sugar
1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can use gluten-free flour
0.33 cup Cocoa Powder
0.25 teaspoon Salt
0.5 teaspoon Baking Powder

For the Chocolate Center

1 cup Chocolate Chunks Miniature Dove chocolates or Hershey’s Kisses can be used

For the Finish

1 cup Powdered Sugar For rolling
0.5 cup Chopped Pecans or Walnuts Optional, adds crunch

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Electric mixer
Whisk
Baking sheet
Parchment paper
plastic wrap

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Cream together the butter, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl.
Fold in nuts if desired, ensuring even distribution throughout the dough.
Chill the dough in plastic wrap for at least 30 minutes.
Scoop and roll tablespoon-sized portions into balls, adding a chocolate chunk to the center.
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.
Cool on the baking sheet briefly, then roll in powdered sugar while warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed warm for that delightful gooeyness. Ensure dough is well-chilled for perfect shaping.

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