Description
Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat, combining rich chocolate flavor with a melt-in-your-mouth texture. These delightful cookies are rolled in powdered sugar, resembling little snowballs that bring joy to any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for rolling)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts) (optional)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Stir in the optional nuts and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough, roll them into balls, and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Allow to cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg