Description
These Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies are the perfect holiday treat, offering a rich and melty chocolate flavor in every bite. Coated in powdered sugar, these cookies are not only delicious but also beautifully festive, making them an ideal addition to your holiday cookie platter. Whether you’re sharing them with family and friends or enjoying them with a warm drink, these cookies will add sweetness and joy to your celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup powdered sugar, plus extra for rolling
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. - Cream Butter and Sugar:
In a large bowl, beat the softened butter and ½ cup powdered sugar together until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract. - Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined. If you’re using nuts, fold them in at this stage. - Shape the Dough:
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and arrange them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart. - Bake:
Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes, or until they are set but not browned. Let them cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. - Roll in Powdered Sugar:
Once the cookies are fully cooled, roll them in additional powdered sugar until they are well coated.
Notes
- For Best Results: Chill the dough for 15-20 minutes if the dough feels too soft to handle.
- Texture: The cookies should remain soft and slightly crumbly after baking, with a melt-in-your-mouth texture.
- Optional Nuts: If you’re adding nuts, make sure they are finely chopped. Walnuts or pecans work best for these cookies.
- Storage: Store the cookies in an airtight container to keep them fresh for up to 1 week.
- Make Ahead: You can prepare the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it for up to 3 days or freeze it for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 20mg