Description
Indulge in the delightful goodness of Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies, a festive treat that melts in your mouth. These cookies are perfect for holiday gatherings or anytime you crave something sweet. With their rich chocolate flavor and tender texture, they are coated generously in powdered sugar, creating a snowy appearance that’s both inviting and irresistible. Easy to prepare and fun to make, these cookies are sure to impress friends and family alike. Whether enjoyed with a glass of milk or as part of a dessert platter, Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies bring joy to any occasion.
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
- 1 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts (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 large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add this to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fold in nuts and chocolate chips if desired.
- Roll tablespoon-sized portions of dough into balls and place them on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set, then cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg