❄️ Snowball Cookies Recipe
Ingredients (Makes about 24 cookies)
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1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
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½ cup powdered sugar (plus more for rolling)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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2¼ cups all-purpose flour
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1 cup finely chopped nuts (walnuts, pecans, or almonds)
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¼ tsp salt
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
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Mix in the vanilla extract.
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Gradually add the flour and salt, mixing until just combined.
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Stir in the chopped nuts.
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Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden (tops will still look pale).
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Allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then roll warm cookies in powdered sugar.
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Once completely cooled, roll them again in powdered sugar for a thick snowy coating.
Tips:
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Use finely chopped nuts for a tender texture.
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Store cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
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These cookies freeze well — just thaw and roll in powdered sugar before serving.
Want a gluten-free version, or maybe a chocolate-dusted twist? Let me know!
