Description
Chocolate Snowball Cookies are delightful little treats that combine rich cocoa flavor with a soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Each cookie is generously dusted with powdered sugar, creating a sweet snowy finish that makes them perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating the holidays or simply indulging in a cozy afternoon snack, these cookies are sure to bring smiles to everyone who tries them.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup powdered sugar (plus extra for dusting)
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time and mix in vanilla extract until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together cocoa powder and flour. Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just incorporated.
- Using a teaspoon or small ice cream scoop, portion out the dough and roll into balls (about 1 inch in diameter). Place on ungreased baking sheets.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes. Allow cooling on wire racks before rolling in additional powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cookie (20g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg