Description
Delight in the buttery goodness of snowball cookies, a classic treat that melts in your mouth. These charming confections, featuring a rich blend of nuts and a generous dusting of powdered sugar, are perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a holiday gathering or an afternoon snack. With minimal effort and simple ingredients, you’ll impress family and friends with these festive delights that look as beautiful as they taste.
Ingredients
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- 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.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 88
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 13mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 16mg