Description
Indulge in the delightful charm of Snowball Cookies, a classic holiday treat that is sure to melt in your mouth. These buttery, nutty cookies are not only easy to make but also perfect for festive gatherings or cozy family nights. With their soft texture and sweet powdered sugar coating, they bring joy to any dessert table. Customize them with different nuts or even roll them in cocoa powder for an exciting twist. Whether you’re sharing them as gifts or enjoying them with a warm beverage, Snowball Cookies are a must-try this season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups flour (white, spelt, or gluten-free)
- 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts (or almonds/pecans)
- 1 cup butter (or coconut oil)
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Additional powdered sugar or cocoa powder for coating
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F.
- In a bowl or stand mixer, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until smooth.
- Combine flour and nuts in another bowl, then gradually mix into the butter mixture until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place on a parchment-lined cookie sheet.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until lightly golden.
- Roll warm cookies in powdered sugar and let cool on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approx. 15g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg