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Snowball Cookies Recipe Easy Holiday Favorite
Emily

Snowball Cookies

Buttery, nutty, and coated in powdered sugar, these classic Snowball Cookies are melt-in-your-mouth holiday treats that look just like snowballs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus more for coating)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup finely chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Hand or stand mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • parchment-lined baking sheet
  • Spatula
  • Wire cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, cream butter, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Gradually mix in flour and salt, then stir in chopped nuts.
  3. Roll dough into 1-inch balls and place on prepared baking sheet, spacing 1 inch apart.
  4. Bake 12–15 minutes until bottoms are lightly golden. Tops should remain pale.
  5. Cool for 5 minutes, then roll warm cookies in powdered sugar. Once fully cooled, roll again for full snowy coating.
  6. Store in an airtight container for up to a week and enjoy.

Notes

For variety, try swapping walnuts or pecans with almonds or hazelnuts. These cookies store well in an airtight container for up to a week, making them perfect for gifting or holiday cookie trays.