Description
These Snowball Cookies are a buttery, nutty delight rolled in powdered sugar, making them a perfect treat for festive occasions. With a tender texture and sweet finish, they are sure to be a favorite addition to your cookie collection!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus extra for dusting
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
- Cream together the softened unsalted butter and 1/2 cup of powdered sugar using an electric mixer on medium speed for about 2-3 minutes until light and fluffy.
- Mix in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups of all-purpose flour and 1/4 teaspoon of salt.
- Gradually add the flour mixture to the butter and sugar mixture in three parts, mixing on low speed until just combined after each addition.
- Fold in 1 cup of finely chopped nuts using a spatula until evenly distributed.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Scoop out about 1 tablespoon of dough and roll it into a ball. Place the balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. The centers will look soft but will firm up as they cool.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Roll each cookie in powdered sugar until completely coated. For an extra festive touch, dust with more powdered sugar just before serving.
Notes
- Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
- Unbaked dough can be frozen; roll into balls, freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag. Bake from frozen, adding a couple of extra minutes to the baking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes