Description
Indulge in the rich and festive delight of Chocolate Snowball Cookies. These tender, chocolatey treats are rolled in powdered sugar, giving them a charming snowy appearance perfect for any occasion—from holiday gatherings to casual family desserts. With a delicious balance of cocoa flavor and sweetness, these cookies stand out on any dessert table. They are simple to make, require minimal ingredients, and yield about 24 cookies—ideal for sharing with friends and family. The rolling process in powdered sugar adds a fun touch that everyone can enjoy. Elevate your baking game with these delightful cookies that promise to be a hit!
Ingredients
- 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 (optional)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Mix in vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the butter mixture until well combined.
- If desired, fold in nuts and chocolate chips for added texture.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Place them on lined baking sheets about an inch apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Let cool on sheets for 5 minutes before rolling each cookie in powdered sugar while warm.
- Allow cookies to cool completely, then roll again in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes to prevent unwanted spreading during baking. Experiment with different nuts or chocolate varieties to customize your cookies.