Description
Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies are a delightful treat that perfectly combines rich chocolate flavor with a tender, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Ideal for any occasion, these cookies are not only visually appealing with their unique snowball shape dusted in powdered sugar but are also simple to make, making them perfect for bakers of all skill levels. With just a few key ingredients, you can whip up a batch that will impress your friends and family. Whether enjoyed with a hot beverage or shared as gifts, these cookies are sure to bring joy to your holiday celebrations.
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 finely chopped pecans or walnuts and/or 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt in another bowl, then gradually incorporate this dry mixture into the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fold in any optional nuts or chocolate chips if using.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them on the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft. Let 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 (22g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg