Description
Peppermint Snowball Cookies are a festive delight that capture the essence of winter in every bite. With their buttery texture and refreshing hint of peppermint, these cookies are rolled in powdered sugar for a stunning snowy finish. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as thoughtful gifts, they bring joy and warmth to any celebration. Easy to make with just a few ingredients, these melt-in-your-mouth treats will become a cherished favorite during the holiday season.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
- ½ cup powdered sugar, plus more for rolling
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup crushed peppermint candies
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Gradually mix in the all-purpose flour and salt until just combined. Fold in crushed peppermint candies and vanilla extract.
- Shape the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until edges are lightly golden. Allow to cool slightly before rolling in powdered sugar.
- Let cool completely on wire racks before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Holiday
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider drizzling melted chocolate over cooled cookies. - To store, keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.