Description
Snowball cookies are delightful, melt-in-your-mouth treats that bring joy with every bite. Coated in a generous layer of powdered sugar, these buttery and nutty confections are perfect for any occasion. With just five simple ingredients, you can whip up a batch of these delicious cookies to share with family and friends or enjoy during cozy afternoons at home. Their irresistible flavor and charming appearance will make them the star of your dessert table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy (about 2 minutes).
- Gradually add in the flour and chopped nuts, stirring until well combined.
- Mix in vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
- Roll small portions of dough into balls about 1 inch in diameter and place them on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden on the bottom but pale on top. Let cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (15g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg