Snowball Cookies are a delightful holiday classic. These buttery, nutty cookies melt in your mouth and are generously coated with powdered sugar, making them look like little snowballs. They are simple to make and perfect for gifting or enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee. The recipe is straightforward and requires just a few ingredients, but the result is an irresistible cookie that everyone loves!
Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cream the Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add the vanilla extract and mix until well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the flour and salt to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. Stir in the finely chopped nuts.
- Shape the Cookies: Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet about 1 inch apart.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the bottoms are just starting to turn golden. The cookies should still be pale in color.
- Coat with Powdered Sugar: While the cookies are still warm, roll them in powdered sugar to coat. Place them on a wire rack to cool completely.
- Second Coating: Once cooled, roll the cookies in powdered sugar again to give them a thick, snow-like coating.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy your snowball cookies immediately or store them in an airtight container for up to a week.
These cookies are perfect for the holidays, parties, or as a sweet treat any time of the year. Enjoy!
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