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Snowball Cookies

Snowball Cookies are a delightful, melt-in-your-mouth treat that’s coated in a blanket of powdered sugar. They’re not overly sweet and have a perfect buttery, nutty flavor. I think they’re perfect for the holiday season or any time you want a cozy, comforting cookie.
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Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing bowls 
  • Electric mixer
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar plus extra for rolling
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup finely chopped nuts pecans, walnuts, or almonds

Instructions
 

  • Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and 1/2 cup powdered sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
  • Add Vanilla: Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
  • Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt.
  • Combine: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, mixing until just combined.
  • Add Nuts: Fold in the finely chopped nuts.
  • Form Cookies: Scoop out tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
  • Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the bottoms are lightly golden.
  • Cool and Roll in Sugar: Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet, then roll them in powdered sugar while they are still warm. Let them cool completely on a cooling rack, and roll them in powdered sugar again for a final coating.