Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Best Snowball Cookies, a nostalgic treat that brings warmth to any occasion. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are generously dusted with powdered sugar, creating a beautiful snowy appearance that makes them irresistibly charming for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. Easy to customize, these cookies will quickly become a cherished staple in your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in vanilla extract until well incorporated.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and chopped nuts (if using). Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls about 1 inch in diameter. Place on ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until set but not browned. Allow cooling slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (18g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg