Snowball Cookies
Delightful, tender cookies that bring joy to any gathering, easily customizable and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Make sure it's at room temperature.
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar Plus an additional 1/2 cup for rolling.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Spoon and level for accuracy.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans) Lightly toast for extra flavor if desired.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract, mixing well.
- Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in the chopped nuts until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Scoop out small portions of dough and roll them into balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the bottoms just begin to brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes.
- While still warm, roll each cookie in the additional powdered sugar until fully coated.
- Let the cookies cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
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Notes
To store, place cookies in an airtight container with parchment paper between layers. They can be frozen for up to three months.