Save Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth cookies rolled in powdered sugar, perfect for the holidays or any sweet craving made with simple, inexpensive pantry staples.
These snowball cookies have been a family favorite every holiday season bringing warm memories of baking together.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 2 cups (240 g) all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Butter & Sugar: 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter softened 1/2 cup (60 g) powdered sugar (plus extra for coating) 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Nuts (optional but traditional): 3/4 cup (75 g) finely chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl cream the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Step 3:
- Stir in the flour and salt until just combined. Fold in the chopped nuts if using. The dough will be crumbly but should hold together when pressed.
- Step 4:
- Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions and roll into balls. Place the balls about 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
- Step 5:
- Bake for 13 15 minutes or until the bottoms are just lightly golden (cookies should remain pale on top).
- Step 6:
- Allow cookies to cool for 5 minutes then roll them gently in powdered sugar while still warm. Cool completely on a wire rack then roll again in powdered sugar for a snowy finish.
Save Baking these cookies together always brings the family closer and fills the home with a wonderful sweet aroma.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls Electric mixer or sturdy spoon Baking sheet Parchment paper Wire rack Measuring cups and spoons
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) dairy (butter) tree nuts (if added). Omit nuts for nut-free version Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 110 Total Fat 7 g Carbohydrates 11 g Protein 1 g per cookie with nuts.
Save Coat cookies twice in powdered sugar for the classic snowy finish and enjoy fresh for best flavor.
Kitchen Help
- → What type of nuts can be used in snowball cookies?
Finely chopped walnuts or pecans are traditional and add a pleasant crunch, but nuts can be omitted for a nut-free version.
- → How do I achieve the perfect powdery coating?
Roll the warm cookies in powdered sugar immediately after baking, allow to cool completely, then roll again for a snowy finish.
- → Can margarine be used instead of butter?
Yes, margarine can substitute butter for a more budget-friendly option, though the flavor may be slightly different.
- → How should the dough consistency feel before baking?
The dough will be crumbly but should hold together when pressed, ensuring tender cookies after baking.
- → What flavor variations work well with these cookies?
A pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg can add warmth and depth to the buttery sweetness of the cookies.