Description
These delightful, no-bake peppermint bark snowballs combine the rich flavors of chocolate and refreshing peppermint. They’re the perfect treat for holiday parties or gifting, with a festive white chocolate coating and a crunchy peppermint topping. Easy to make, and utterly delicious, these snowballs are a fun and sweet addition to any celebration.
Ingredients
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Baking & Spices:
- 2 cups crushed chocolate wafer cookies or chocolate graham crackers
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
Dairy:
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
Toppings:
- 1 cup white chocolate chips (or chopped white chocolate)
- 1/2 cup crushed candy canes or peppermint candies
Instructions
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
In a large bowl, mix the crushed chocolate wafer cookies (or graham crackers), powdered sugar, and cocoa powder until well combined. This forms the base of the snowballs. - Add Wet Ingredients:
Stir in the melted butter and peppermint extract until the mixture is moist enough to come together. It should be easy to roll into balls. - Shape the Snowballs:
Take about 1 tablespoon of the mixture and roll it between your palms to form a small ball. Place each ball on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Continue with the rest of the mixture. - Chill the Snowballs:
Place the baking sheet in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes, or until the snowballs firm up. - Melt the White Chocolate:
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the white chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval until completely melted and smooth. - Coat the Snowballs:
Dip each chilled snowball into the melted white chocolate, allowing any excess to drip off. Place the coated snowballs back on the parchment-lined baking sheet. - Add Crushed Peppermint:
Immediately sprinkle the tops of each coated snowball with the crushed candy canes or peppermint candies for a festive touch. - Set and Serve:
Let the snowballs set at room temperature or refrigerate until the white chocolate has hardened. Once set, serve and enjoy!
Notes
- If you prefer a more intense peppermint flavor, add a bit more peppermint extract to the mixture.
- These snowballs can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
- Feel free to substitute the white chocolate chips with chopped white chocolate for a smoother coating.
- You can also roll the snowballs in extra crushed cookies instead of the peppermint topping for a different twist.
- For an even creamier texture, add a little bit of cream cheese to the mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes (no baking)
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Holiday Treat
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 snowball
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg