Description
These snowball cookies are a festive treat, featuring a buttery and nutty flavor, dusted with powdered sugar for a delightful finish. Their melt-in-your-mouth texture makes them perfect for holiday gatherings or special occasions, sure to impress everyone!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans work great)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add in the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
- Fold in the finely chopped nuts using a spatula.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Scoop out about a tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball (about 1 inch in diameter).
- Place the cookie balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 2 inches of space between each one.
- Repeat until all the dough is shaped into balls (about 24-30 cookies).
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once the cookies are completely cool, place powdered sugar in a shallow bowl.
- Gently roll each cookie in the powdered sugar until fully coated.
- Sift more powdered sugar over the cookies for an extra snowy finish, if desired.
- Arrange the cookies on a festive plate or in a decorative tin for serving.
Notes
- These snowball cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- They also freeze well, so you can make a batch ahead of time and enjoy them later!
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes