Snowball Cookie – Immerse yourself in the world of cookies with our Snowball Cookie Recipe, a beloved treat, in American cuisine. This user-friendly recipe, featuring butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and a medley of chocolate chips offers a dessert that’s just as delightful to create as it’s to savor. Ideal for any occasion these cookies will quickly become a cherished addition to your baking repertoire.
I can still vividly recall the first time I baked these Snowball Cookies. It was a chilly evening when I decided to surprise my family with something comforting. As the aroma of vanilla and butter filled our home both my husband and child eagerly awaited that taste. Their eyes sparkled with joy upon taking their bite making it an instant hit among our loved ones.
What makes this Snowball Cookie truly special?
What sets our Snowball Cookie Recipe apart is its simplicity and adaptability. In 30 minutes you can whip up this choice for those busy days when you yearn for something sweet but have limited time, on your hands. The true magic lies in their versatility. You can customize each batch by adding sprinkles or mini chocolate chips according to your preference. This ensures that every batch is unique and tailored to suit your individual taste buds. Whether you’re offering them at a gathering amidst the season or just, as a comforting indulgence, with your evening cup of tea these cookies are bound to bring joy to everyone.
What You Need To Make This Snowball Cookie Recipe?
Butter: The heart and soul of any cookie butter brings richness and depth. You can opt for salted butter to add a touch or unsalted butter to let the sweetness take center stage. It’s all, about creating that melt-in-your-mouth foundation.
Powdered Sugar: This isn’t your sugar; it’s like the fairy dust of the baking world. It effortlessly blends into the dough offering a sweetness that beautifully complements the richness of the butter. When lightly dusted over the cookies it’s akin to witnessing a light snowfall on a tranquil winter morning.
Vanilla Extract: Imagine this as the essence that infuses life into your cookies. Just a splash of vanilla goes a long way in imparting aromatic notes that elevate the entire cookie experience.
Flour: Our trusted canvas. All-purpose flour plays a role in holding everything together providing an ideal backdrop for all your flavorful additions.
White Chocolate Chips: These little bundles of joy bring a dreamy texture to your cookies. As they bake they delicately melt, creating pockets of velvety smoothness, with every bite.
Sprinkles and Mini Chocolate Chips: This is where you get to let your unique personality shine through. Choose sprinkles in your colors or add mini chocolate chips for a timeless twist.
These cookies are yours so let them show your happiness!
Optional Suggestions: Keep in mind that baking is, like a playground, for you. Feel free to try adding sugar or other ingredients that appeal to your taste buds. Each ingredient gives you a chance to create a moment a taste that brings back memories of home, comfort and happiness.
Steps To Make Snowball Cookies:
Step 1: To get started preheat your oven to 375°F.
Step 2: Using a mixer beat the butter and powdered sugar together until it becomes smooth and fluffy.
Step 3: Thoroughly mix in the vanilla extract.
Step 4: Slowly add the salt and flour making sure to combine everything
Step 5: Gently fold in the chocolate chips. If you’d like you can also sprinkle some sprinkles or mini chocolate chips for a touch of fun.
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Step 6: Using a cookie scoop place scoops of dough, onto your baking sheets leaving 2 inches of space between each cookie.
Step 7: Bake, for around 10 to 12 minutes. Until you notice a golden brown color forming.
Step 8: Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheets for 10 minutes. If desired lightly dust them with sugar.
Step 9: Keep these treats stored in airtight containers and savor every bite!
Tip:
Here’s a tip to take your Snowball Cookies to the next level; before baking it’s best to chill the dough. Once you’ve mixed everything together wrap the dough in plastic wrap. Let it rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or even overnight. This step works wonders for your cookies in a few ways:
Enhances Flavor: Chilling allows all the flavors to blend and develop resulting in a more harmonious taste.
Improves Texture: When the dough is cold it spreads less during baking resulting in cookies that are thicker and more tender.
Handling: Chilled dough is less sticky and easier to work with making shaping your cookies a breeze.
By incorporating this effective step into your baking routine you can elevate your Snowball Cookies from good to extraordinary right, in the comfort of your own kitchen.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I make these cookies without chocolate chips?
Definitely! They taste amazing without the addition of chocolate chips. You can also personalize them as, per your liking!
How long can I store these cookies?
If stored in an airtight container they will remain fresh for one week.
Can I freeze the dough for later use?
Absolutely you have the option to freeze the dough for up to three months. Simply thaw it overnight in the refrigerator, before baking.
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Snowball Cookie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 c softened butter salted or unsalted
- 3/4 c powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 c all-purpose flour
- 1 c white chocolate chips
- 1/2-1 c sprinkles optional, colors of your choice
- 1 c mini chocolate chips optional
- Powdered sugar for dusting optional
Instructions
- Set your temperature to 375°F.
- In a bowl mix together the butter and powdered sugar until it becomes smooth. Add in the vanilla extract, and salt and gradually incorporate the flour until everything is well combined. Next, gently fold in the chocolate chips. If desired you can also add sprinkles or mini chocolate chips for flavor.
- Using a scoop place balls of dough, onto a cookie sheet making sure to leave about 2 inches of space, between each one.
- Put the cookie sheet into the oven. Bake for approximately 10 to 12 minutes until they just start to turn lightly golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes. If desired you can dust them with sugar before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
I’m Bitty, owner of nodashofgluten.com, where I share simple, delicious recipes for all tastes, including gluten-free. Check out my “About Me” page for more info!
