Description
Cinnamon Sugar Snowball Cookies are a delightful addition to any dessert table, perfect for cozy gatherings or holiday celebrations. These melt-in-your-mouth cookies feature a buttery texture enriched with aromatic cinnamon and a snowy coating of powdered sugar, making them both visually appealing and irresistibly delicious. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, they are ideal for bakers of all skill levels. Whether enjoyed with a warm beverage or shared as homemade gifts, these festive treats will surely bring joy to family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for coating)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup finely chopped nuts (optional)
- Extra cinnamon and powdered sugar for coating
Instructions
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cinnamon, and salt. Gradually combine the dry mixture into the wet ingredients until just blended.
- If desired, fold in finely chopped nuts for added crunch.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Scoop dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the sheet about an inch apart.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the bottoms are golden brown.
- While still warm, roll each cookie in a mixture of powdered sugar and cinnamon. Once cooled, roll again for an extra festive touch.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (approximately 18g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg