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Snowball Cookies Recipe

Snowball Cookies Recipe
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These classic Snowball Cookies are buttery, nutty, and perfectly dusted with powdered sugar for a delicate finish. Made with simple ingredients like butter, flour, and finely chopped nuts, these melt-in-your-mouth treats are ideal for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave a light, sweet cookie.

Ingredients

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Cookie Dough Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter or coconut oil
  • 2 cups flour (white, spelt, whole wheat pastry, or gluten-free blend)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar or sugar-free powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts, almonds, or pecans

Optional Coating

  • Additional powdered sugar for rolling
  • Optional: cocoa powder for a chocolate variation

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for even baking.
  2. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a medium bowl or stand mixer, beat together the butter and powdered sugar until the mixture is smooth and fluffy, creating a light base for the cookies.
  3. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and finely chopped nuts to evenly distribute the nuts and prevent clumps.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour and nut mixture to the butter mixture, mixing gently until a consistent dough forms without overworking it.
  5. Shape Dough: Roll the dough into small, uniform balls—about 1 inch in diameter—and place them spaced apart on a prepared cookie sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. Bake: Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden on the edges but still pale on top to maintain their tender texture.
  7. Coat with Sugar: While the cookies are still warm, roll them gently in additional powdered sugar to coat them evenly, creating the classic snowball look.
  8. Cool: Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and allow them to cool completely before serving, enabling the coating to set perfectly.

Notes

  • Feel free to use walnuts, almonds, or pecans depending on your preference or dietary needs.
  • For a chocolate twist, roll the warm cookies in a mixture of powdered sugar and cocoa powder instead of just powdered sugar.
  • Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.
  • Butter can be substituted with coconut oil to make the cookies dairy-free.

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