Snowball Cookies

5 from 1 vote

Snowball cookies, also known as Russian tea cakes, are a classic Christmas cookie that is loved by people of all ages. They are buttery, nutty, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. They get their name from their powdered sugar coating which gives them a white, snowy appearance, making them perfect for the holiday season.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cookies, snowball cookies

Servings: cookies

Calories: 109cal

Author: Amy Desrosiers

Cost: $4

Equipment

oven adjusted to the center rack position
Large Baking Sheet
parchment paper
meauring cups & spoons
standmixer
cookie scooper

Ingredients

1 cup unsalted butter room temperature *highly important step
½ cup powdered sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup Finely chopped pecans *can also use walnuts
1 cup powdered sugar *for rolling the warm cookies

Instructions

In a stand mixer, beat butter and powdered sugar until creamed.
Add the salt and vanilla extract scraping down the sides of the bowl if needed.
Add chopped nuts and flour and beat on low until combined.
Scrape down dough and add it to plastic wrap. Cover completely and chill for at least 2 hours in the refridgerator.
Line baking sheet(s) with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 350℉.
Using a teaspoon sized cookie scooper, roll out dough into tiny, one inch balls.
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until lighty browned and firm to the touch.
Allow cookies to cool for 10 minutes before rolling them in powdered sugar; repeat the baking process.

Notes

Nutritional values may vary and are meant to be a guide.

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