Snowball Cookies
Snowball Cookies are buttery, melt-in-your-mouth little treats made with just a few simple ingredients. Coated in a flurry of powdered sugar, they’re festive, easy to make, and always a staple on any Christmas cookie tray!
Servings: 36 cookies
Calories: 110kcal
Equipment
- Baking Sheets
Ingredients
- 1 cup salted butter* softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups flour
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- 1 cup powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350℉ and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, beat the butter and sugars.1 cup salted butter*, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- Add the vanilla and stir until combined.1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Add the flour and pecans; stir until combined, scraping down the sides of the bowl at least once.2 cups flour, 1 cup finely chopped pecans
- Scoop the dough into 1 tablespoon portions and roll into balls.
- Place onto the lined baking sheets, making sure to give at least 2 inches between cookies.
- Bake one pan at a time for 12-15 minutes. The edges should be a light golden brown.
- Transfer the cookies to a wire rack and cool completely.
- Roll in powdered sugar and enjoy!1 cup powdered sugar
Notes
*If using unsalted butter, add 1/4 teaspoon of salt to the dough.
Snowball Cookie Storage
- Room Temperature: Store the cookies in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze the cookie dough OR the finished cookies for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cookie | Calories: 110kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 41mg | Potassium: 21mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 149IU | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 0.2mg