Description
Ah, Snowball Cookies! Just hearing that name brings warmth and joy to my heart. These delightful little treats are perfect when life feels hectic and you need a little sweet something to brighten the day. With their delightful nutty flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture, Snowball Cookies are a wonderful way to impress your loved ones or simply enjoy a cozy afternoon at home. Plus, they’re quick to whip up, making them an ideal baking project for busy moms and professionals like us. So let’s dive into this scrumptious recipe that promises smiles all around!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- 1 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (toasted)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the room temperature butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 3-5 minutes).
- Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour while mixing on low speed until fully combined. Fold in the chopped nuts and vanilla extract.
- Shape the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on ungreased baking sheets, spaced an inch apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Roll each warm cookie in powdered sugar before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can toast the nuts before chopping them.
- Store cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg