Cinnamon Sugar Snowball Cookies
These Cinnamon Sugar Snowball Cookies are a cozy twist on the classic holiday treat. Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth, and dusted in warm cinnamon sugar, theyre perfect for festive gatherings or a comforting snack with tea.
Ingredients:
For the Cookies:
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup powdered sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup finely chopped pecans or walnuts optional
For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Directions:
Make the Cookie Dough:
Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
Mix in the vanilla extract.
Gradually add the flour, salt, and cinnamon, stirring until the mixture forms a soft dough.
If desired, fold in the chopped pecans or walnuts for added nuttiness.
Shape the Cookies:
Scoop and roll the dough into 1-inch balls using a spoon or cookie scoop.
Arrange the dough balls on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each.
Bake the Cookies:
Bake the cookies for 12-14 minutes, or until the bottoms are just lightly golden.
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly.
Coat in Cinnamon Sugar:
In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon for the coating.
While the cookies are still warm, gently roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
Tips for Success:
Double Coating: For an extra burst of sweetness, roll the cookies in the cinnamon sugar again once theyve completely cooled.
Storage: Keep these cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Freezing: Freeze uncoated cookies for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw at room temperature and coat them in cinnamon sugar.
Nutritional Information:
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 12 minutes Total Time: 27 minutes
Kcal: 120 kcal per cookie Servings: 24 cookies
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