Description
Snowball Cookies are delicate, buttery melt-in-your-mouth treats rolled in powdered sugar, often made with finely chopped nuts for a rich and tender texture.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for coating)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- Fold in finely chopped nuts.
- Shape dough into small balls (about 1 tablespoon each) and place on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until bottoms are lightly golden.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly, then roll warm cookies in powdered sugar.
- Once completely cooled, roll again in powdered sugar for a thick coating.
Notes
- Do not overbake to keep cookies soft and tender.
- Double coating of powdered sugar gives the classic snowball look.
- You can omit nuts for a nut-free version.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American