Description
Minty Snowball Cookies are a festive delight that brings joy to any occasion. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and refreshing mint flavor, these cookies are a must-have for holiday gatherings or cozy afternoons. Dusted with powdered sugar to resemble little snowballs, they not only taste amazing but also look charming on any cookie platter. Easy to make and customize, these cookies are perfect for novice bakers and seasoned chefs alike. Whether enjoyed with a cup of hot cocoa or shared as party favors, Minty Snowball Cookies are sure to impress family and friends.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (plus more for coating)
- 1 teaspoon peppermint extract
- A few drops of green food coloring (optional)
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and powdered sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the peppermint extract and optional food coloring until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together flour and salt, then gradually add to the wet mixture until just combined.
- Roll dough into balls about one inch in diameter and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until lightly golden on the bottom. Allow cooling slightly before rolling in additional powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 96
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 36mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Use room temperature butter for smoother dough. Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes for better shaping. Experiment by adding chocolate chips or nuts for extra flavor.