Snowballs Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of these Snowballs, a cherished treat perfect for any occasion, especially during the festive season. With a melt-in-your-mouth texture and a hint of nuttiness, these little delights are bound to become a family favorite.
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Yield: 3 dozen snowballs
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1568.8
- Fat: 102.3g
- Saturated Fat: 43.1g
- Cholesterol: 233.2mg
- Sodium: 1077mg
- Carbohydrates: 148.2g
- Fiber: 6.7g
- Sugar: 60.9g
- Protein: 22.4g
Ingredients:
- 1 cup butter
- 1 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cream of tartar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cream butter. | 2 mins |
| 2 | Gradually add confectioners’ sugar, cream until fluffy. | 5 mins |
| 3 | Add unbeaten egg and vanilla, beat well. | 3 mins |
| 4 | Sift together flour, baking soda, cream of tartar, and salt. | 5 mins |
| 5 | Blend dry ingredients into creamed mixture. | 4 mins |
| 6 | Divide dough and chill. | 10 mins |
| 7 | Roll dough into small balls. | 5 mins |
| 8 | Place on an ungreased cookie sheet. | 3 mins |
| 9 | Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). | 5 mins |
| 10 | Bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly golden. | 10 mins |
| 11 | Immediately roll warm cookies in confectioners’ sugar. | 3 mins |
| 12 | Cool completely, then roll again in sugar. | 5 mins |
Recipe Notes:
- Ensure the butter is at room temperature for easy creaming.
- Don’t skip chilling the dough; it helps in easy handling and maintains the shape of the cookies.
- Rolling the warm cookies in confectioners’ sugar while they’re still hot ensures the sugar sticks well.
- Allow the cookies to cool completely before rolling them in sugar again for a uniform coating.
Enjoy these Snowballs as a delightful treat with your loved ones, and savor the magical flavors of the festive season! ✨🍪
