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Snowball Cookies

Melty Snowball Cookies: Easy Holiday Treats to Cherish

Delight in classic Snowball Cookies with a melt-in-your-mouth texture, perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Base
  • 2 cups Flour Whole wheat or gluten-free alternatives can be used.
  • 1 cup Butter or Coconut Oil Coconut oil for vegan option.
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Nuts (Walnuts, Almonds, Pecans) Can be omitted for a nut-free treat.
For the Sweetness
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sugar-free powdered sugar is a good substitute.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Stand Mixer
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Snowball Cookies
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare your baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened or melted butter with powdered sugar until light and fluffy (2-3 minutes).
  3. In a separate bowl, sift together flour and finely chopped nuts. Gradually mix into the butter-sugar blend until a soft dough forms.
  4. Scoop portions of dough and shape into small balls (1 inch in diameter), placing them on the cookie sheet 2 inches apart.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the bottoms are light golden, while tops remain pale.
  6. Cool the cookies on the sheet for a few minutes, then roll each in powdered sugar until fully coated.
  7. Transfer cookies to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 1.5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 70mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use softened butter and avoid overly cold ingredients. Optionally add vanilla or almond extract for added flavor.

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