Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies, a perfect treat for any occasion. These rich, buttery cookies are rolled in powdered sugar, resembling charming snowballs that bring festive cheer to your gatherings or cozy family nights. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a robust chocolate flavor, these cookies are effortlessly easy to make and can be customized with nuts or chocolate chips for added flair. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or simply enjoying a sweet snack at home, these cookies will quickly become a cherished favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Optional: 1 cup chopped nuts (pecans or walnuts), 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, beat softened butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Mix in vanilla.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture and mix until combined.
- Fold in optional nuts and chocolate chips.
- Roll tablespoon-sized dough into balls and place on prepared sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar; repeat after cooling completely.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg