Snowball Cookies Recipe
These delightful snowball cookies are a holiday favorite, known for their delicate texture that simply melts in your mouth.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup butter or coconut oil
- 2 cups flour white, spelt, whole wheat pastry, or Bob's gluten-free blend
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar or sugar-free powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts almonds, or pecans
- Optional: Additional powdered sugar or cocoa powder for rolling
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a medium bowl or a stand mixer, cream together the butter and powdered sugar until smooth and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the flour together with the chopped nuts of your choice.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until a dough forms.
- Shape the dough into small balls and arrange them on a prepared cookie sheet.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cookies are lightly golden.
- While the cookies are still warm, roll them in additional powdered sugar for an even coating.
- Transfer to a wire rack and let the cookies cool completely before serving.
Notes
The nuts can be omitted if preferred.
For best results, stick to the flours listed in the recipe. Experimenting with other flours or using a low-fat butter spread is untested and may alter the results.
For best results, stick to the flours listed in the recipe. Experimenting with other flours or using a low-fat butter spread is untested and may alter the results.