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Classic Chocolate Snowball Cookies Recipe - Emma's Cake Studio

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 24 cookies
Calories 150
Delight in these rich, chocolatey snowball cookies coated in powdered sugar, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

Dough

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans)

For coating

  • additional powdered sugar for rolling

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Cream butter and powdered sugar until fluffy. Mix in vanilla.
  • Combine flour, cocoa, salt; gradually add to butter mixture. Fold in nuts.
  • Shape into 1-inch balls, place on baking sheet, bake 12-15 mins.
  • Cool slightly, then roll in powdered sugar. Cool completely before serving.

Notes

Ensure not to overbake for soft, snowball texture.
Calories: 150kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate

Nutrition

Calories: 150kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Sodium: 30mg