Description
These Chocolate Chip Snowball Cookies are the ultimate holiday treat. Buttery, crumbly, and rolled in powdered sugar to look like little snowballs, they’re a festive addition to any dessert spread. Mini chocolate chips hidden inside add bursts of chocolatey goodness to every bite. Perfect for gifting, sharing, or enjoying with a warm drink by the fire, these cookies are as beautiful as they are delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup (57g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/4 cups (279g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (170g) mini chocolate chips
- Additional powdered sugar for rolling
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and powdered sugar together until smooth and fluffy.
- Mix in the vanilla extract until well combined.
2. Incorporate the Dry Ingredients
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour and salt. Gradually add this mixture to the butter-sugar mixture, stirring until just combined.
- Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
3. Chill the Dough
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
4. Shape the Cookies
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet, about 1 inch apart.
5. Bake the Cookies
- Bake the cookies for 8-10 minutes, or until the bottoms are just slightly golden. The cookies should remain pale to maintain their delicate texture.
6. Roll in Powdered Sugar
- Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
- While the cookies are still warm, gently roll each one in powdered sugar to coat. For an extra snowy appearance, roll them again after they’ve fully cooled.
7. Serve and Store
- Serve these snowball-like cookies on a festive platter, paired with coffee, tea, or hot cocoa.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Chilling Is Key: Chilling the dough helps it firm up and prevents spreading during baking, giving you perfectly round cookies.
- Double Rolling: For that perfect snowy effect, roll the cookies in powdered sugar twice.
- Customization: Add finely chopped nuts, like pecans or walnuts, for extra texture and flavor.
- Storage: Keep these cookies in an airtight container in a cool, dry place to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American