Snowball Cookies: The Best Indulgent Treat for Cozy Evenings
Indulge in the cozy and delightful taste of Snowball Cookies, the perfect treat for any evening at home.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 24 cookies 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans recommended)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until light and fluffy.
- Add the vanilla extract and mix well.
- Gradually stir in the flour and salt until just combined.
- Fold in the chopped nuts.
- Shape the dough into small balls and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
- Once cooled slightly, roll the cookies in powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.
- For a festive touch, sprinkle additional powdered sugar on top before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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