Description
Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies are a delightful treat that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. With their rich chocolate flavor and soft, buttery texture, these cookies are coated in powdered sugar, resembling snowballs that melt in your mouth. Whether you’re hosting a holiday party or enjoying a cozy night in with family, these cookies are the perfect addition to your dessert spread. Easy to make and customize, they are sure to impress everyone with their delicious taste and beautiful presentation.
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 or 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Mix in vanilla.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually combine with the butter mixture.
- Fold in nuts and chocolate chips if desired.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place on baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set. Cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (30g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg