Description
Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies are a must-try for any chocolate lover. These delightful treats feature a rich chocolate flavor and a snowy powdered sugar coating, making them perfect for holiday gatherings, cookie exchanges, or cozy nights at home. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and the option to add nuts or mini chocolate chips, these cookies are not only delicious but also versatile. Easy to prepare, they will impress friends and family alike, whether served warm or as part of a festive dessert platter. Indulge in the ultimate holiday treat with these Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies!
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 your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy. Add in the vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, and salt. Gradually incorporate this mixture into the butter mixture until just combined.
- Fold in any optional nuts or chocolate chips.
- Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls; place on prepared baking sheets an inch apart.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until edges are set but centers remain soft.
- Allow cookies to cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar; then cool completely on a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg