Description
Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies are a delightful treat that melts in your mouth. With their rich chocolate flavor and snowy coating of powdered sugar, these cookies are perfect for any occasion—from festive holiday gatherings to a cozy afternoon snack. Easy to make and incredibly versatile, they can be customized with nuts or mini chocolate chips to suit your taste. Impress your friends and family with these classic, irresistible bites that will quickly become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
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 the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually add to the butter mixture, mixing just until combined.
- Fold in nuts and chocolate chips if using.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized balls of dough onto the prepared sheets about an inch apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are set. Allow cooling slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely and roll again in powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg