Classic Snowball Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treat for Everyone
Classic Snowball Cookies are a delightful and indulgent treat that everyone will love. These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies are coated in powdered sugar and perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pecans or walnuts, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for rolling)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually add the flour, salt, and chopped nuts to the mixture, combining until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Allow the cookies to cool slightly before rolling them in powdered sugar.
- Let cool completely and roll again in powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can substitute almond extract for vanilla.
- These cookies can be made ahead of time and stored for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 cookies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg