Description
These Christmas Snowball Cookies are a buttery delight, perfect for holiday gatherings. With a simple prep and nutty flavor, they melt in your mouth, making them an ideal sweet treat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- Optional additional powdered sugar or cocoa powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour and chopped nuts before gradually combining with the butter mixture to form soft dough.
- Shape the dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet, spaced apart.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are barely golden; avoid overbaking for soft cookies.
- Cool for a few minutes, then roll in powdered sugar before transferring to a wire rack.
Notes
For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with coconut oil.
To make gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
Ensure butter is at room temperature for the best mixing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg