Description
Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies are a delightful combination of rich chocolate flavor and a soft, tender texture, making them a must-have treat for any occasion. These cookies stand out with their unique snowball shape, generously dusted with powdered sugar for an elegant touch. Perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy family desserts, or simply indulging yourself, these cookies offer a melt-in-your-mouth experience that will leave you wanting more. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they can also be customized with your choice of nuts or chocolate chips. Treat your friends and family to these irresistible cookies and create lasting memories together.
Ingredients
- 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
- Optional: 1 cup chopped pecans/walnuts
- Optional: 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large 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 the dry mix to the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fold in nuts and chocolate chips if desired.
- Scoop about a tablespoon of dough, roll into balls, and place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are set; do not overbake.
- Cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar twice for that signature snowball look.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 25g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg